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Finance Assistant (Seasonal)
full-time

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About this role

Pacific Northwest Transportation Services (PNWTS) is the proud supplier of carbon-neutral transportation services for the cruise industry in Victoria, British Columbia. As the exclusive supplier of buses on behalf of the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA), PNWTS provides motor coaches and double-decker buses for shore excursion tours and shuttle connections for cruise lines and is the sole provider of dispatch services on the Terminal. 

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our Sightseeing Victoria/Gray Line division starting March until October 2026.

The Finance Assistant is Responsible for the smooth running of shuttle sales cash outs, reconciliation and preparation of weekly bank deposits. Assists in the preparation of daily and monthly invoicing for PNWTS Shore excursions and Gray Line reseller revenue. Additionally, this position will assist with monthly data reporting and other administrative tasks as necessary. This position works collaboratively with management and develops processes to encourage the most effective systems are in place for counting, record keeping and communication amongst the office manager, Ground Transportation and Safety Supervisor, Shuttle Team Leads and yourself. Most importantly, this position plays a part in ensuring a safe, professional, productive, and inspiring office environment influencing the company culture. You will be part of a motivated and diverse team and will have high interaction with all employees throughout the organization.

Wage: $27.40/hr

Positions Available: Full-time (Seasonal)

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Prepares weekly bank deposits to be collected by Brinks
  • Performs daily count and reconciliation of shuttle sales cash outs
  • Keeps accurate records of daily and monthly shuttle revenue.
  • Tracks and investigates discrepancies in collaboration with the Office Manager or Ground Transportation and Safety Manager. 
  • Assists with monthly GVHA Shuttle reporting. 
  • Compiles various data into spreadsheets on a monthly basis to ensure data is accurate and readily available. 
  • Prepares daily invoices for PNWTS tour operators by confirming tour times and applicable rates.
  • Prepares monthly invoices for Gray Line Sightseeing Victoria resellers.
  • Executes other finance-related tasks as required by the Office Manager. 
  • Protects organization’s values by keeping information confidential.
  • Assists with administrative tasks around the office as needed. 
  • Supports strategic plan through setting and monitoring progress against goals and objectives, encouraging other team members to do the same.
  • Provides support to other team members as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned on an ad hoc basis.

 Qualifications:

  • Knowledge
    • Post-secondary education with a preferred focus on transportation, distribution or accounting and business
    • Minimum of 1 year experience in administrative or financial support.
    • Experience with Ventrata is an asset. 
  •  Skills
    • Proficient in MS Office & other computer programs
    • Excellent administrative skills
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  •  Abilities
    • To work independently, and as part of a team
    • Attention to detail and organization
    • Must be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams
    • Must be able to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
    • Must maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality
    • Must exercise sound judgement and think critically, including creating processes
  • Working Conditions
    • Works primarily in a normal office environment, indoors and in close proximity to others
    • Performs office work while sitting at a desk for extended periods
    • Requires a high level of concentration, attention to detail, and accuracy
    • Involves a high degree of mental demand
    • Minimal travel required
    • Includes occasional walking, moving, and lifting of boxes or other office materials

 To Apply: If you are looking to broaden your horizon and are committed to making a difference, we’d like to meet you. 

As part of our hiring process, we use the Predictive Index Behavioural Assessment to better understand how your natural work style aligns with the role and our company culture. While we encourage applicants to complete the assessment, it is not a mandatory requirement to apply for any open roles. The assessment takes only 10-15 minutes to complete and has no right or wrong answers—just be yourself! 

Please follow this link to complete the assessment: 

https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/467W/2b21c017-46cf-4b2b-a576-f81ac497e3c6?type=candidateba

 To learn more about our operations and company culture, mission, and vision, please view our website at www.pnwts.com.

Pacific Northwest Transportation Service is committed to Employment Equity. We welcome and embrace applicants with diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives. If you have preferred pronouns, please let us know when you apply. 

Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
Administrative Skills,Communication Skills,Organizational Skills,Time Management,Attention To Detail,Collaboration,MS Office Proficiency,Financial Support,Data Reporting,Record Keeping,Problem Solving,Confidentiality,Adaptability,Critical Thinking,Process Creation

About SSA MARINE

Founded by Fred R. Smith in 1949 as Bellingham Stevedoring Company, we began our first cargo handling operations in a small corner of Washington State. Driven by a pioneering spirit, our family-owned company saw steady growth over the years, expanding up and down the West Coast to operate a significant market share of the major international terminals in the eastern Pacific. Today, we have become a global enterprise spanning more than 260 locations across five continents.

We continue to broaden our reach by developing new locations and upgrading existing facilities, providing some of the most technologically advanced facilities in the world.

We partner to move commerce with efficiency, flexibility, and integrity.
With operations across five continents and a vast network of interconnected transportation solutions, we open new opportunities that accelerate the growth and pace of global business. Improving the customer experience is at the heart of everything we do, so we make purposeful investments in people, facilities and technical innovations that deliver the greatest customer value.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Founding Year: 1949

What you'll do

  • The Finance Assistant is responsible for managing shuttle sales cash outs, reconciliation, and preparing weekly bank deposits. This role also involves assisting with invoicing and data reporting while collaborating with various team members to maintain effective systems.

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What does a Finance Assistant (Seasonal) do at SSA MARINE?

As a Finance Assistant (Seasonal) at SSA MARINE, you will: the Finance Assistant is responsible for managing shuttle sales cash outs, reconciliation, and preparing weekly bank deposits. This role also involves assisting with invoicing and data reporting while collaborating with various team members to maintain effective systems..

Why join SSA MARINE as a Finance Assistant (Seasonal)?

SSA MARINE is a leading Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company.

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