finance clerk

Posted on November 28, 2024 by Employer details Town of Huntsville

Job details

The Financial Services Division is seeking candidates to fill the Finance Clerk position. This position will assist in the administration of municipal accounting activities to ensure accounting procedures are within generally accepted accounting principles and in accordance with the statutory requirements set under applicable legislation and regulations. These will include general ledger maintenance including posting of journal entries, balancing, intercompany/interfund transactions, daily uploads and reconciliation of various accounts. Reconciling integration accounts with other systems, preparing multiple bank reconciliations for general, trust fund and cemetery accounts, preparing investment reconciliations. Assist departments with financial research, commodity tax, grants and accounts analysis. Assist with year-end audit and back up for the bids and tenders? procurement system. The ideal candidate will have a diploma/degree in accounting or equivalent. Completion of AMCTO Municipal Administration Program (MAP) and Municipal Accounting Finance Program (MAFP) and CPA Canada Public Sector Accounting Certificate an asset. General knowledge of municipal accounting with over three (3) years of relevant experience an asset. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, practical experience and advanced knowledge of MS Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word required. Self-motivated with a keen sense of customer service and excellent decision-making skills. Open to change, with a learning attitude towards work and team contributions. Ability to exercise judgment and use discretion in relaying information for the betterment of the organization. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $62,080.20-$68,432.00 per year Benefits: * Company pension * Dental care * Disability insurance * Extended health care * Life insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Huntsville, ON P1H 1A1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2024-12-12