City of merritt Looking for Accounting Clerk at Merritt, BC Full Time

Merritt B.C. is nestled in the stunning Nicola Valley, surrounded by a spectacular sprawling rugged landscape at the hub of the Coquihalla highway mountain pass. Merritt is a small, caring and resilient city featuring an abundance of outdoor recreation and leisure amenities to keep the whole family entertained, big-city amenities and short commutes.

The City of Merritt’s strategic orientation is to grow as a progressive, attractive, economically viable, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable city. Our team is diverse and forward-thinking; we are committed to inclusive, collaborative, and innovative approaches to meet challenges, achieve our mission, and make a difference in the community.

Our strength comes from our skilled and dedicated employees and commitment to our values. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to the community we serve.

The City of Merritt has an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Clerk to join our Finance Team.

Our Finance team is savvy and ensures the highest level of quality and accuracy and completeness in the work that they do. Accounting Clerks are integral to our team’s success.

As an Accounting Clerk, you will enter data, prepare journal entries, complete accounts receivable invoicing and accounts payable and process residential and commercial utility invoices. You support the monthly revenue and expense reporting and maintain accounting files and records. You will set up vendors, match invoices to purchase orders or vouchers, perform data entry, process and record transactions, and reconcile bank statements with the general ledger.

This role is ideal for a person who values integrity and has a meticulous detail-oriented eye, with a flair for numbers and customer service. You will provide front line support to residents, contractors and others by answering inquiries by phone, email and in-person. In addition, you will provide support for projects and collaborate with the team to provide support for general office administration tasks and coverage for the front desk.

• A two (2) year Business Diploma in Accounting or second year of accounting designation, supplemented by a minimum of 2-3 years’ recent related experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping preferably in a local government environment and some related experience in customer service and handling cash. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Sound knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices including double entry bookkeeping and reconciliation of accounts and sub-ledgers.
• Ability to perform electronic data entry at 45 wpm.
• Proficient with accounting and payroll software, Microsoft Office suite including Excel and a variety of office equipment.
• Ability to provide customer service and deal with others in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the greater team.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, manage time and meet deadlines.
• Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Critical thinking, analytic and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with others with courtesy, tact and diplomacy.

For new hires and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, employment is conditional on a satisfactory police information check.

Additional Information

We offer a total compensation package, including salary (the rate for this position is $30.23 per hour, 2022 rates) combined with comprehensive extended health benefits and group insurance coverage, pension plan contributions, well-being benefits and exclusive perks.

If your previous experience has prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy and safe environment, we invite you to apply.

The first review of applicants will be on November 28; subsequent applications may be reviewed. The City of Merritt is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting an inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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