Accounting Clerk Intermediate - Newmarket, Canada - York Region

York Region

Verified Company

Newmarket, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Collections, is responsible for providing clerical and accounting support to the Branch; maintaining detailed accounting records, outstanding receivables, NSF tracking and collections systems; maintaining petty cash, accounts payable; and maintaining financial related records.

This is a fixed position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares bank deposits; reconciles daily cash and receipts to ICON financial reports; identifies, resolves and records discrepancies to ensure reconciliation of month end revenue summary report.
Ensures receivables are forwarded in a timely fashion to the Branch's collection agency.
Ensures receivables are forwarded in a timely fashion to collections.
Maintains all records pertaining to outstanding receivables for the Branch in an automated environment.
Maintains all accounting records and cash disbursement journal for court requested interpreters.
Balances cash receipts on a daily basis and prepares journal entries, as required.
Assists the administration staff to resolve financial disputes with clients.
Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate, from the general public etc. Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a postsecondary Certificate/Diploma (1 year or more) in Accounting or Business Administration or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
Familiarity with policies and procedures governing accounts payable and receivable.
Thorough knowledge of general office procedures and policies.
Knowledge of general accounting and office procedures and records management.
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability.