Accounts Clerk
Cochrane District Services Board
Full-Time • Timmins Region
Department: Finance
Job Reports to: Finance Supervisor
Status: Full-Time
Location: Timmins, ON
Salary: $25.97 - $30.81
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SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Finance Supervisor, provides financial support in accordance with related legislation, CDSB policies and procedures and CDSB Vision & Values.
The CDSB vision is to further develop a district service environment that is responsive to community needs, which values the individuality of its residents, is respectful to all who receive and deliver services, and fosters personal and professional growth and teamwork among all employees.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION
- Cost coding, entering invoices and receipts, processing payments in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
- Maintaining customer and vendor files, related correspondence and verifying payment information
- Preparing reports, compiling data, and monthly, year-to-date and quarterly reports
- Assisting in reconciliation of sub-ledgers and general ledger accounts
- Assisting in posting and review of client expenses, repayments and reimbursements
- Participating in preparation of monthly subsidy reports and supporting documentation
- Preparing bank deposits and monthly reconciliation, maintaining PDC and payment records
- Preparing bank reconciliations
- Assisting in preparation and entry of general journal entries
- Assisting in account reconciliation and analysis
- Support SAMS function as required
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Attention to detail, time management, organization, communication, problem-solving
CORE VALUES
- Goal-oriented, teamwork, confidentiality, professionalism, respect
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of general accounting processes
- Applicable experience within an automated accounting environment that includes ACCPAC, SAMS and Yardi
- Knowledge of government finance
- Proficient spreadsheet and word processing skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 2-year College Diploma in Business Administration or Accounting or a combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Satisfactory criminal records search
- Valid driver's license
- Bilingualism in accordance with the CDSB French Language Services policy
WHAT WE OFFER
- Employer matched pension plan (OMERS)
- Employer sponsored group health benefits (including optical, dental, drug, and extended health benefits) for full-time employees
- Employee and Family Assistance plan, available to spouses and dependents
- Continuing education and professional development
- Flexible and compressed work week options are available
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The CDSB operates in accordance with the French Language Services policy.
The CDSB does not utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
CDSB welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The Cochrane District Services Board is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs.
The Board supports diversity in the work environment and ensures that applications from members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the diversification of our workplace are encouraged to apply.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Job Expires: 2025-05-23