Accounting Clerk 2

**ACCOUNTING CLERK 2**

**COMPETITION: #25-105**
**STATUS: Temporary Full-Time**
**DEPARTMENT: Finance**
**SALARY: $32.59 - $38.40 per hour**
**CLOSING: July 20, 2025**
- We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us_

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

Are you someone who finds satisfaction in getting the numbers just right? Do you enjoy the challenge of balancing columns, cross-checking formulas, and ensuring accuracy down to the last cent? If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and take pride in delivering reliable financial information, we want to hear from you

We are currently seeking a meticulous and motivated Accounting Clerk 2 to join our Finance team at the City of Maple Ridge. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial transactions and reporting. Working with a supportive and collaborative team, you’ll be responsible for processing day-to-day accounting transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.

In This Role You Will:
Process financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries with accuracy and attention to detail
Prepare various reconciliations to ensure data integrity across accounts

Provide clear and professional service to internal departments and external stakeholders, offering information and support related to financial matters
Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records, and financial documentation

**DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE**

Completion of Grade 12 Education supplemented by bookkeeping and basic accounting courses, plus sound related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
- Considerable knowledge of accounting and clerical practices and systems used in the accounting section as related to the work performed.
- Sound knowledge of double entry bookkeeping methods and procedures.
- Sound knowledge of modern office procedures and practices and business English.
- Working knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation of computer equipment as related to the work performed.
- Ability to carry out established accounting procedures, to process a variety of accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions, to prepare a variety of journal entries and statements and to reconcile a variety of accounts.
- Ability to process financial information with speed and accuracy and control and balance ledger accounts.
- Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records and files related to the work performed.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts and provide routine information and assistance verbally and in writing on matters related to the work.
- Skill in the use of common office equipment including a computer terminal.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**
This is a temporary position for approximately twelve (12) months which may be concluded or extended due to unforeseen circumstances.

**EQUITY STATEMENT**

**WHAT WE OFFER YOU**
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.