Accounting Clerk

Location

Orillia, ON | Canada

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Corporation of the City of Orillia has an opening for the full-time position of Accounting Clerk in the Financial Services Division of the Corporate Services Department.

DUTIES

• Processing approved invoices for payment using source documents submitted by service areas.
• Preparing and reviewing accounts payable payments for accuracy and completeness, including the generation of payments, and the creation of the payment file to the bank and physical cheque issuance.
• Operation of accounts payable processing and maintenance of the General Ledger and Job Costing systems.
• Investigating and responding to vendor and staff inquiries to maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Compute and record charges, refunds, and cost of lost or damaged goods, freight charges, rental fees, and similar items
• Responsible for a variety of monthly and yearly activities, such as balancing accounts, preparation of budget reports and other reports.
• Assists with monthly and annual accounting activities including preparation of budget reports and audit working papers.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two year community college diploma in accounting or business administration.
• One year working experience in an accounting environment.
• Strong computer skills with accounting software applications (preferably Great Plains), MS Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint and Teams.
• Experience in general principals of financial management and knowledge of corporate practices and procedures.
• Excellent mathematical, communication and time management skills.
• Must posses a valid ‘G’ Ontario driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• A Criminal Record Check at the incumbent’s expense is required prior to commencement of employment.

Compensation for this position is $24.69 to $27.25 per hour for a 35-hour work week, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Interested applicants are invited to submit their application by March 15, 2024, at noon.

Applications will only be accepted by applying online. Please visit

We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. The City of Orillia is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the City of Orillia Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act , personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia ON L3V 7T5 or call 705-325-1311.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $24.69-$27.25 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orillia, ON L3V 7T5

Job tags

Salary

$24.69 - $27.25 per hour