Senior Accounting Clerk COR 24117

3 weeks ago

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency Full time

Senior Accounting Clerk
Cape Breton District
Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Full-Time, Term over 6 months
Union Status: CUPE Local 4840 (CB)
Competition # COR 24117
Closing Date: August 14, 2024

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the Senior Accounting Clerk is a specialized role that is responsible for a wide range of accounting functions for NSPHA. Working independently, responsibilities include preparing, and maintaining various transactions and records, journal entries, and reports using a computerized accounting system in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Housing Agency Practices. In addition, the position performs monthly account analyses, budget/forecasting, and year-end activities and provides financial backup as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a major in Accounting, plus four years of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and NSPHA accounting practices.Knowledge of information systems and procedures (accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, maintenance) and how these systems are integrated with the general ledger.Intermediate to advanced knowledge of desktop applications such as Microsoft Office and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Assets

Knowledge of Yardi Property Management Software

The competencies required at this level of work are decision-making, sound judgement, and attention to detail.

If you are a team player, who is passionate about improving the lives of Nova Scotians, you are the candidate we are looking for to join our team. We will assess qualifications using one of more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Responsibilities

Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions from the general ledger and its sub-ledgers (payroll income tax, employment insurance, union dues, garnishments, WCB, etc.)Assist with budget and forecasting procedures by populating and reporting budget/forecasting worksheets.Maintains accurate and current accounting records.Assists in year-end audit and fiscal year close by working with auditors and NSPHA managers and producing required reports.Review and verify for accuracy weekly accounts payable payment processing.Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, eligibility, and union agreement, the NSPHA offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.

Classification: CL 22
Salary Range: $27.62 to $30.56 hourly
Work Week: 35 hours

Note: This is not a Civil Service position.

We are committed to employing staff who are representative of the diverse community we serve. If you are a member of one or more of the following designated groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.

To Apply

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.

Our preferred method of applying is through Career Beacon.

Submissions must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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