ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
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TOWN OF PETAWAWA
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
The Town of Petawawa is seeking applications for the current vacancy of Accounts Payable Clerk for the Finance Department. The successful candidate will perform accounting and related clerical duties, and provide clerical support services, including customer service. Responsibilities include tasks such as recording financial transactions, updating financial records, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and generating financial reports. This position also provides primary back-up support for reception services at Town Hall.
Description of Position:
- Assist with daily balancing and general cash handling procedures
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and year-end reporting and account reconciliations
- Provide primary relief and back-up support for telephone and counter reception
- Assist departments with transaction inquiries and journal entries
- Generate reports from the Town’s accounting system as required
- Assist in the ongoing maintenance of internal financial records, reports, documents and correspondence, and in the preparation and maintenance of schedules for all Town accounts and programs
- Provide administrative support to the Director of Finance (Treasurer) as required
- Provide support with special projects that develop in response to changing business practices or legislation
- Perform duties relating to the accounts payable cycle
- Perform duties relating to the accounts receivable cycle (excluding property taxes & utility billing)
- Receipt and process payments, miscellaneous receivables, licenses, and permits as required
- Assist with tax billings/mailings, posting of tax payments, issuance of receipts and preparation of tax certificates
- Respond to inquiries related to billing and outstanding balances
- A full job description is available at petawawa.ca
Qualifications:
- An accounting or business administration university degree, community college diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience
- Experience in a municipal work environment is an asset
- Proficiency in use of a wide range of computer programs, particularly accounting systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, etc.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
Compensation & Hours of Work:
$52,998.40 to $62,353.20 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and experience and is based on a 35 hour work week, plus a comprehensive health benefits plan, including health care spending account and OMERS pension.
The Town of Petawawa is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town of Petawawa of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.