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Job Description:
Competition #22/123
Competition #22/123
Internal/External Posting
Closing date: June 16, 2022
Accounting Clerk (Continuous)
Finance Department
POSITION FUNCTION
Participate in the work of the Accounting and Revenue Divisions. Perform administrative and accounting functions relating to cash collection, business licence and dog licence systems.
KEY DUTIES
Assist the Financial Analysts in processing accounting transactions, maintaining the land system modules, preparing analysis and financial reports. Tasks include the preparation of various reconciliations, creating, and maintaining spreadsheets and data, preparing and ensuring for accuracy financial reports and preparing journal vouchers, processing cash journals, adjustments and payments, reconciling general ledger accounts and distributing month end financial reports. Prepare and process invoices to outside agencies and the public for City services including property taxes, utilities and business licences and sidewalk cafés. Maintain system configurations, calculate penalties, complete invoices and follow up on overdue business licence, dog licence and sidewalk café accounts Review cash collection documentation; verifying and positing cash sheets from various City locations to the Point of Sale system and the general ledger, resolving discrepancies as required.
Participate in accounts payable functions such as administering the purchase card program, weekly cheque and electronic funds transfer payments and processing invoices. Processing accounts receivable; assisting in payroll and benefits processing.
Interpret and explain applicable bylaws, statutes, regulations and financial procedures to the public, staff, department clients and outside agencies, other local governments, and financial institutions participate in annual budget and year end accounting procedures and reporting; participate on corporate financial projects and committees related to the implementation and improvement of business processes and financial systems as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is performed according to established policies and procedures or is assigned by supervisor.
Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.
Issues such as deviations from policy and established procedures, and major budget variances are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Touch keying on a calculator. (often)
Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)
Mental Effort:
Meet accounting and project deadlines. (often)
Long periods of intense concentration while performing reconciliations and analyses. (often)
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
Work Environment:
Office.
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Organize and prioritize work.
Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting.
Working level operation of current City specialty financial software.
Interpret related policies and regulations.
Provide technical guidance and advice to user departments.
Maintain accurate records.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
High school graduation.
Completion of a second-year equivalency of CPA, CPA-CA, CPA-CGA, CPA-CMA (2 years)
Experience:
2 years of related experience in computerized accounting.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 35 hour work week
$35.48 per hour, Pay Grade 10 (Under Review)
Job Code #4257
This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs – only online submission will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Applicants who are not current City of Victoria employees will be asked to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 during the recruitment process. External applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated based on a protected legal ground as defined in the BC Human Rights Code may request an accommodation.
At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca.
