Niagara Region Looking for Senior Accounting Clerk at Niagara, ON Full Time

Financial Management & Planning

Approximate Duration: 15 months

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice andor government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accounting Clerk is part of the Accounting Services team and responsible for the timely preparation and maintenance of financial information of the Regional Municipality of Niagara (the “Niagara Region”), and its programs, departments, agencies, boards, commissions, and external partners (the “Entities”). This role is also responsible for overall customer management, billing and collection activities for all Niagara Region departments and shared services partners, and reporting receivable status to Committee and Council, and other functions.

Responsibilities of this position include the timely execution of general journal entries, preparation of financial schedules for various programs, and completion of balance sheet/income statement reconciliations/working papers. Other responsibilities could include any of the following: ensuring the integrity of sub-system to ERP system integrations, processing cost allocations, facilitating record storage, support trust account activities, maintaining a high level of customer service while managing sensitive customer situations with internal and external clients, identifying and implementing process improvements, and any general accounting work required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Completion of a three-year post-secondary diploma in accounting, finance or other related field of study.
• Completion or enrolment in the Municipal Finance Course is an asset.
• Completion of Credit Institute of Canada – Credit Management course is an asset.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) is an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum four years of experience in an accounting position in a municipal, large volume, computerized environment or other similar environment.
• Minimum four years of experience performing accounts receivable management, billing & collections duties.
• Minimum four years of experience in a highly customer service focused environment.
• Experience dealing with sensitive customer situations (i.e. finalizing estates and working with collection agencies).
• Experience with Public Sector Accounting Board (“PSAB”) and not-for-profit accounting standards would be an asset.
• Experience with an advanced ERP system (i.e. PeopleSoft Financials) is preferred.
• Experience with operation sub-system integrations (i.e. Yardi, Point Click Care, ICON) is preferred.
• Must possess an understanding of Finance related policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office suite is required, including an intermediate level in Word and Excel.

SKILLS

• Must possess excellent communications skills (oral and written).
• Ability to establish and maintain sound working relationships
• Ability to see the big picture and work with cross-functional teams to improve organization processes, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Must possess strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must possess strong technical troubleshooting skills.
• Must possess strong attention to detail.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and effectively manage competing demands.
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must possess the ability to work in both independently and as part of a team.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.

Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
• Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
• In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department