Finance Clerk, Revenues

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Finance Clerk, Revenues

Temporary, Full-Time

About Us

Sechelt is a vibrant seaside community of ~10,000 residents, located between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for stunning beaches, trails, and year-round festivals, Sechelt offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle just 40 minutes from Vancouver via ferry.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the Finance Clerk administers the District's accounts receivables processes including annual property taxes, associated tax deferrals and all other revenue collections. The Finance Clerk provides these services in an effective manner while ensuring the District's finances are current and that the payments and charges due to the District are collected and received within established time frames.

Role Requirements

Applicants must meet the following essential requirements:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of a recognized post-secondary program in payroll or accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll or accounting experience
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience may be considered
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated customer service orientation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating professionalism and tact
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Highly motivated, efficient, and adaptable with a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality

Preferred

• Knowledge of municipal government financial operations, specifically administering and collection of property tax revenues
• Working knowledge of Vadim accounting systems
• Enrolment or membership in the Canadian Payroll association or a recognized accounting program

Working Conditions

This is a temporary backfill opportunity of a unionized position within the BCGEU, with an anticipated term of three months. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Wage for the position is set at Grid Level 9, $35.95- $ rate)  per hour plus 9.8% of the straight-time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations, paid holidays, health and welfare benefits and other paid leave. District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C.

Accommodations

The District of Sechelt is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to notify us. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.

Applications

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online with their resume and cover letter at , attention to Julia Wood, HR Advisor.

This competition will close at 4:30 pm on Thursday, December 11,

The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.