Accounting Clerk - General (part-time)

Job No: CITYPR0753

Location: Powell River, BC

Closing Date: 24 Jul 2018 ACST

OPEN DATE:        July 11, 2018

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Monday, July 23, 2018

DEPARTMENT:     Financial Services

DIVISION:           N/A

SECTION:             N/A

REPORTS TO:       Manager of Accounting Services

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About The Organization:

Located on the upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.  Surrounded by mountains, lakes, natural forest and the ocean, Powell River offers something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast.  Powell River has a vibrant Arts and Culture community and hosts world class festivals and events.  Whether you are hiking the Sunshine Coast Trail, taking in the International Kathaumixw Choral Festival, exploring our historic Townsite, or connecting with the world in your home office, Powell River is a great place to live, work and play.  Helpful websites: City of Powell River  Tourism Powell River 

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs accounting functions related to period-end financial reporting the budget process. Provides support as needed to the Manager of Accounting Services and the Senior Accountant.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the preparation of the annual budget and prepares budget spreadsheets for upload into accounting software
• Provides accurate information to internal and external agencies and the public
• Liaises with City management regarding reporting needs and budget variance
• Reconciles bank deposit, general ledger and subsidiary accounts
• Responds to enquiries, provides information, ensures accuracy and resolves discrepancies regarding accounting functions
• Prepares period-end functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, working papers and lead sheets
• Assists Senior Accountant, Senior Clerk – Payroll, Accounting Clerk – Payable and Accounting Clerk – Receivable
• Relieves Accounting Clerk – Payable and Accounting Clerk – Receivable, Senior Clerk – Property Tax/Utilities positions in the absence of the incumbent
• Provides support and training to users regarding financial and accounting system operations
• Records earnings on investments
• Attends division safety talks, crew talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries and near misses
• Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
• Intermediate spreadsheet course (MS Excel)
• Diploma in Accounting or related field, or Post secondary education which satisfies Modules 1 (Introductory Financial Accounting), 2 (Introductory Management Accounting), 3 (Economics), 1 (Financial Accounting 1), 5.2 (Financial Accounting 2), 7 (Audit and Assurance), and 11 (Business Law) of the CPA PREP program
• Up to date knowledge of the City’s Finance specific computer applications, administrative systems and office technology as required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of related experience
• 6 months experience with an accounting software system (may be concurrent with above)
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2018 pay rate of $31.81 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

8:30 – 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, up to 7 hours per day and up to 35 hours a week

Please note: This position is to provide support to cover for absences such as sick and vacation relief and requires availability for both short-notice and pre-scheduled short-term work.

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this position:

1. Complete the questions contained in the application below.  NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date.  After completing the questions, click "Next".
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents.  This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.