Experienced accounting clerk

Duties: Reviews exception queue reports and queries; investigates discrepancies and makes necessary adjustments and corrections to customer accounts. Responds to external and internal customer enquiries. Revises and reconciles various accounting records and reviews various reports related to utility billing. Processes manual utility billings. Ensures utility bills and data for meter readings etc. are processed accurately. Qualifications: Grade 12 education. Successful completion of a recognized one year post-secondary business related program, plus or including: Introductory Accounting 1 Five years’ related experience. Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Thorough knowledge of the City's utility billing systems.

Responsibilities: •Prepares asset, liability and other account entries by analyzing account information and producing supporting schedules. •Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options. •Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures. •Guides clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions. •Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information. •Prepares payments by verifying documentatation and requesting disbursements. •Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations. Requirements: •Bachelor Degree in Accounting. •2 to 5 years experience in a similar position. •Excellent analytical and organisational skills. •Must be hands on individual.

Your Responsibilities Completion of month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing process. Check for accuracy and completeness of financial records through reconciliations, intercompany transaction analysis, and variance report analysis Assisting senior management in making timely and accurate strategic decisions by delivering monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, including completing various note disclosures in accordance with IFRS. Facilitating external audit through preparing audit working papers. Utilize strong communication and problem solving skills to help address auditors' concerns and to resolve issues. Full-cycle accounting for all joint venture (consortium) projects. Compile quarterly financial statements for internal review prior to distribution to partner Skills, Knowledge Minimum of 3 year of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment Certified professional accounting designation considered an asset Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with clients and co-workers Ability to work effectively in a high demand, fast paced environment Strong written and communication skills

Responsibility • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts. • General ledger operations including performing account reconciliations. • Prepare journal entries. • Assist with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements and reports. • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures. • Properly code and enter coworker expense reports into ePro (PeopleSoft). Qualifications • Demonstrate experience with general ledger account reconciliation’s including month end closing processes and general knowledge of accounting principles. • Experience with audit preparation and coordination, as well as solid understanding of financial controls and procedures. • Attention to detail and accuracy. • History of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Duties of the Senior Accounting Clerk relate to a variety of responsibilities, including: accounting functions such as reconciliation of general ledger and preparation of journal vouchers bank reconciliation payroll and benefit administration administration and operation of tax and utility functions performing collection functions including Tax Sale addressing public inquiries relating to municipal financial services assisting with rate analysis, budget, financial statements, and year-end audit providing instruction, guidance and advice to finance staff in effective accounting practices Qualifications High School Graduation Minimum of 2 years CPA Professional Accounting program Canadian Payroll Certification Proficiency with financial software application (including Vadim) and excel spreadsheets 2 years Municipal accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience