Accounting Clerk

Position Summary The Accounting Clerk provides essential support to the Finance Department by performing a variety of accounting and administrative tasks to ensure accuracy and timeliness of the Hospital's financial operations. The Accounting Clerk interacts with internal and external stakeholders to resolve inquiries professionally and contributes to month-end and year-end processes. They will assist with accounting tasks under the oversight of the Sr. Accountant. This position offers variety, collaboration, and an opportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of the Business Office. Key Responsibilities • Assist with cash management activities, including preparing cash reports and performing monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, loans, and investments.  • Support the preparation, review, and analysis of accounting records and related reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and reporting standards. • Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts and investigate variances as required. • Provide assistance with annual audit preparation, and quarterly reporting. • Maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and security of computerized financial systems within the scope of responsibilities.  • Follow up with vendors and internal staff to resolve outstanding accounts payable issues in a timely manner.  • Collaborate with the Purchasing department to resolve invoice discrepancies, errors, and outstanding balances.  • Process online receipt transactions and accurately post entries to the general ledger. • Record and process miscellaneous (non-patient) acccounts receivable payments in accordance with established procedures.  Qualifications Completion of a recognized post-secondary program in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance (2–3 years) required. Continuing education or professional development in accounting systems preferred 1–3 years of recent, relevant accounting experience required Experience in a healthcare environment preferred Familiarity with systems such as Great Plains and Cerner would be an asset Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Internal Controls. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to meet strict deadlines and work in fast-paced environments. Proficient in MS Office, especially Outlook, Excel (Intermediate) and Word. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate with people in a variety of functional areas and at various levels in the organization. Must be able to meet the physical and emotional responsibilities of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, frequent and repetitive pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as safely operating equipment. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, as outlined in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA). Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Provides excellent customer service and contributes positively to teamwork and collaborative working relationships. Effectively prioritizes workload, adapts to changing priorities, and remains composed in fast-paced or stressful environments. Works independently with sound judgment, while remaining flexible to meet departmental and organizational needs. Demonstrates understanding of, and commitment to, equity, diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety. Upholds professionalism, ethical conduct, confidentiality, and respectful interactions. Models behaviour aligned with OSMH’s mission, vision, and values. Uses required technology and digital tools effectively and demonstrates a willingness to learn new systems. Contributes to a culture of safety and continuous improvement by identifying risks, following safe work practices, and supporting quality initiatives. Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional and personal development through continuous learning and reflective practice. Our Employees Enjoy • a professional practice environment • a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork • wellness initiatives • continuing education grants • employee recognition and assistance programs • a competitive salary and benefits package • equal opportunities for growth and development Employment Equity OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace. Accommodation in the Workplace Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially. Health & Safety Responsibilities OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement. All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands. As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Hiring at OSMH OSMH may utilize automated screening tools (i.e. questionnaires) to highlight candidates' qualifications; however, OSMH does not involve the use of artifical intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. We recommend applying directly through our website as all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.  Closing Statement