Accounting Clerk - Halton, Canada - Halton Region

Halton Region

Verified Company

Halton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Accounting Clerk:

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.

Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions.

As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment and strong long-term financial position and AAA credit rating.

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.

Posting ID: 1948

Department:
Finance

Division:
Financial Services & Payroll

Pay Range:
$53,859 - $71,814

Job Type:
Contract > 1 Year

Contract Duration:
Up to December 2026

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Work Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville

Employee Group:

OCT

Posting Date:
May 9, 2023

Application Deadline:
May 23, 2023

Job Summary:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Processes electronic payments and cheques for all goods and services purchased by the Regional Municipality of Halton and Halton Community Housing Corporation (HCHC) in a timely manner, in accordance with Regional bylaws.
Reviews payments to ensure appropriate supporting documentation and approvals are obtained and that the payment is accurate by matching SAP payment details to supporting documentation.
Distributes cheque payments according to instructions on supporting documentation.
Verifies the accuracy of changes and additions to the vendor master records and banking details in SAP.
Maintains a filing system for all Accounts Payable documents.
Provides first level customer service support for telephone inquiries for the division.
Assists Regional staff, vendors, and internal /external auditors with financial inquiries.

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

Postsecondary training in Accounting or a related field.
Two (2) years' experience in a computerized accounting environment.
Excellent customer service skills to assist internal and external customers.
Works well independently and in a team environment.
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

Experience with SAP Financial module.

Working/ Employment Conditions:

Working Conditions

Flexibility in working hours will be required.
In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/1
Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.

Halton Region serves more than 595,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville.

We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work.

We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.