Accountant

Who We Are:

The South Okanagan Similkameen Health Care Society (SOS Health Care Society) operates a network of community-focused health services, including a walk-in clinic, multiple family practice clinics, and several group practice programs at the local hospital. Our mission is to support high-quality, patient-centered care while creating a welcoming and well-supported environment for both staff and patients.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we celebrate the unique contributions each team member brings. Our collaborative, learning-oriented culture makes this an environment where dedicated professionals can thrive.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Accountant to provide high-level financial leadership and oversight across our clinics and programs (up to 20 hours per week).

This role focuses on financial governance, risk management, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and board-level reporting. The Accountant will work closely with the Executive Director and Finance Committee to ensure strong financial stewardship, sustainability planning, and organizational accountability.

This is a strategic finance role designed to support leadership decision-making and long-term financial health.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight & Accountability

• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with internal policies, statutory requirements, and accounting standards.
• Oversee financial governance practices to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Monitor financial integrity across multiple programs and funding streams.

Strategic Financial Direction & Risk Management

• Identify and assess financial risks, providing proactive recommendations to the Executive Director.
• Support strategic allocation of overhead and resources to align with organizational priorities.
• Develop financial models and analyses to inform high-level strategy and long-term sustainability.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget development process across multiple contracts, programs, and clinics.
• Ensure budgets align with strategic priorities and Board expectations.
• Monitor performance against budget, prepare variance analyses, and recommend adjustments.
• Prepare financial forecasts and projections to support leadership decision-making.

Board & Committee Reporting

• Prepare board-ready financial packages for the Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to the Executive Director and Finance Committee.
• Lead and coordinate annual audits, liaising with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wage range based on experience
• Paid vacation
• Hybrid work flexibility
• A meaningful opportunity to contribute to community-based healthcare

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (or substantial progress toward designation) strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in financial oversight, budgeting, and strategic financial planning
• Experience supporting boards or finance committees is an asset
• Strong understanding of nonprofit or healthcare financial environments is an asset
• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting and analysis
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment
• Ability to work independently in a part-time capacity while supporting multiple programs

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Penticton, BC V2A 8N8