Accouting Clerk

This is an administrative position reporting to the Director of Finance. This position ensures the accounting of the financial resources of the municipality in compliance with the Municipal Act and municipal policies. The accounting clerk is responsible for activities related to water funds, the general fund, and recreational facilities.

Tasks

• Balancing receipts and preparing daily deposit reports for all municipal services.
• Issuing purchase order (P.O.) numbers.
• Updating and entering data for supplier accounts across various municipal funds, including verifying the accuracy, authorization, review, and coding of invoices.
• Matching purchase orders, delivery tickets, or similar documents with invoices before forwarding them for approval.
• Balancing funds for the Multipurpose Center, Festival Arena, and Community Services and Recreation Department.
• Issuing checks for various purchases and services.
• Responsible for managing petty cash.
• Conducting bank runs to deposit funds.
• Entering post-dated checks (water, health insurance, etc.)
• Verifying suppliers' coverage with WorkSafe NB and preparing a list of non-covered suppliers for finance management.
• Preparing water certificates during the absence of the Assistant to the Finance Department.
• Replace the Receptionist in her absence.

Education

• College diploma in business administration with a concentration in accounting or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of municipal operations is advantageous.

Skills

• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to perform duties tactfully.
• Dynamic, with initiative, good judgment, organizational skills, availability, and the ability to work closely with community members.
• Team-oriented.
• Reliable and discreet with confidential matters related to the position and the Town of Shediac.