Coordinator, Finance

**Position: Coordinator, Finance**

**Status: Full Time Non-Union**

**Salary Range: $57,484 - $67,254, based on a 35-hour work week**

**Location: Parry Sound, Ontario (*Relocation/Accommodation Package Available)**

**Alternate Work Arrangement: currently being piloted**

**Closing Date: 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 2024, resume and cover letter submitted as one PDF document**

**Who we are**

The Township of The Archipelago is a water-based, seasonally oriented municipality consisting of a portion of the 30,000 islands in Georgian Bay and a number of inland freshwater lakes. The Township acknowledges that the community resides on traditional Anishinabek territory. Our team is made up of committed and passionate employees who, in partnership with its community, ensure the continued guardianship of the lakes and watershed areas within the Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere.

**Who you are**

You want to be part of a municipality with an environmental focus. You want the work you do to make a difference. You like a team environment where everyone has an opportunity to contribute to achieve a shared goal. You like problem solving, expanding your horizons and making even the smallest positive impact for your community and beyond.

**Why work for us**

A progressive team, dedicated to lifelong learning, career advancement and collaboration. Our Administration Office, located in the hub of Parry Sound, overlooks the Seguin River and is only steps away from the Rotary and Algonquin Fitness trail where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of the Georgian Bay shoreline.

In addition to the beauty of the area, we offer a robust employee benefits program, an Employee and Family Assistance Program and are members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), with 100% matching contributions.

**Overview of the Opportunity**

Under the guidance and direction of the Manager, Finance & Accounting (Deputy Treasurer) you will be one of the first points of contact for our ratepayers. Your position will assist in the administration of municipal accounting activities to ensure accounting procedures are within generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and in accordance with the statutory requirements set under the applicable legislation and regulations. Specifically, this position will assist with payroll, employee benefits administration, accounts payable and receivable systems, property tax collection services, and general municipal customer service.

**What You’ll Do**
- Maintain general ledger including the balancing and posting of journal entries, intercompany/interfund transactions, daily uploads, accounts payable and receivables function, assist with bi-weekly payroll and the reconciliation of various accounts.
- Prepare tax certificates and tax receipts, liaise with mortgage companies regarding tax payments, assist with processing tax payments and updating ratepayers’ information in municipal tax accounts.
- Assist with the administration of the comprehensive insurance program, including maintaining and updating the fleet and property inventory for asset management purposes.
- Process vendor electronic fund transfers (EFTs) for direct payment.
- Manage various financial spreadsheets for employee and council expenses, mileage and taxation.
- Point of contact for departmental inquires re: office supplies, invoices, technical advice and other queries.
- Assist with phone and in-person counter inquiries as required.

**Education**
- 3-year post-secondary education in Finance or Accounting
- Completion of Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP) an asset

**Experience and Skill**
- 3 yearsin a finance and administrative capacity, public sector exposure an asset
- Working knowledge of financial software ie. Asyst, Microsoft Dynamics, an asset
- Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office, Excel and ability to create fillable PDF’s.
- Excellent organization, time management and customer service abilities
- Keen attention to detail yet flexible to pivot between multiple interruptions and demands
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal, conflict resolution and analytical skills.
- Valid class “G” drivers license required.

**Resumes to be directed to: Human Resources Department, Township of The Archipelago**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $57,484.00-$67,254.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-06-27