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| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Location: | St. Thomas, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jul 16, 2021 |
| Experience: | 3 Years |
| Education: | University Degree |
Job Description
The Municipality of Central Elgin is currently seeking a progressive, eager, and self-motivated individual to be part of the Central Elgin team.
Reporting to the Director of Financial Services/Treasurer you will manage the accounting system, produce reports for both internal and external users, complete analysis of data in the system, provide assistance to department managers and supervisors, and carry out required duties from the yearly departmental budgets to the year-end process. In the absence of the Director of Finance/Treasurer, the Accountant will be responsible for Treasury Management.
Some of the major responsibilities include:
This position is eligible for our Work from Home Program.
If you feel that these qualifications combined with a desire to work with a great team of professionals is a fit for you, please go to https://careers.centralelgin.org/job/search
Applications must be received not later than: 4:30 pm Friday July 30, 2021.
The Municipality of Central Elgin is an equal opportunity employer. The Municipality of Central Elgin will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation for known disability for an applicant or employee if requested
Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. Questions respecting the collection of information should be directed to the CAO/Clerk of The Corporation of the Municipality of Central Elgin
Reporting to the Director of Financial Services/Treasurer you will manage the accounting system, produce reports for both internal and external users, complete analysis of data in the system, provide assistance to department managers and supervisors, and carry out required duties from the yearly departmental budgets to the year-end process. In the absence of the Director of Finance/Treasurer, the Accountant will be responsible for Treasury Management.
Some of the major responsibilities include:
- Assisting the Director of Financial Services/Treasurer to perform the statutory duties of the Municipal Treasurer under the Municipal Act and other Acts of Legislature as required. Assumes the duties of the Treasurer in the absence of Director of Finance.
- Prepares year end working papers, financial reports and the Financial Information Return (FIR) for the annual audit. Completes all assigned month and year-end reconciliations and ensures HST & other government financial filings are completed accurately and filed on a timely basis.
- Monitors the Corporation’s accounting operations in accordance with approved policies and procedures, recommending amendments when necessary and implementing approved changes.
- Ensures accurate recording of assets and liabilities, accounting and financial transactions in accordance with accounting principles.
- Reviews banking records, cash deposits, accounts payable & cash disbursement and tax registers, ensuring that appropriate controls are being maintained in the deposit of cash, the control of short and long term investments, the production of cheques and tax bills.
- Liaising with staff of other departments in understanding financial and accounting information and assisting with accounting practices/procedures in their areas of responsibility.
- A Bachelor degree in accounting, business administration, commerce or related field together with a Chartered Professional Accounting designation (CPA).
- Minimum 3 -5 years of working knowledge in the Accounting field is required.
- Knowledge of municipal legislation and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards affecting financial reporting is an asset.
- Excellent spreadsheet skills to enable both the creation of reports and the ability to read reports.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, yet self-motivated, and able to work under minimal supervision.
This position is eligible for our Work from Home Program.
If you feel that these qualifications combined with a desire to work with a great team of professionals is a fit for you, please go to https://careers.centralelgin.org/job/search
Applications must be received not later than: 4:30 pm Friday July 30, 2021.
The Municipality of Central Elgin is an equal opportunity employer. The Municipality of Central Elgin will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation for known disability for an applicant or employee if requested
Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. Questions respecting the collection of information should be directed to the CAO/Clerk of The Corporation of the Municipality of Central Elgin
