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THE ORGANIZATION
The Saskatoon Tribal Councils group of companies is dynamic, forward-looking and outcome based. The authority for operating comes from the Chiefs of the seven member First Nations whose leadership is both progressive and accountable. The Saskatoon Tribal Council is known for its sound fiscal and program management capacities and for the services and programs delivered to all members, resident in their community or in the urban centre of Saskatoon.
THE POSITION
Under the direct supervision of and directly reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Accounting Technician will be responsible for a large number of accounting, administrative and personnel duties. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who can work independently as required.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a minimum two year Accountancy or Business Administration Diploma;
Must have a minimum of two years experience in a related position;
Must have an excellent working knowledge of and skill in the ACCPAC Advantage Series software;
Must demonstrate skills in payroll software and time capture applications and processing payroll;
Must demonstrate skills in PC software applications, specifically the MS Office programs Excel and Word;
Must demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written);
Must possess and maintain a valid Saskatchewan drivers license for the duration of employment;
Previous experience working with a First Nation organization is an asset;
Knowledge of health programs, payments and experience in working with funders such as FNIH and AANDC is an asset;
Must be bondable.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Store, update and retrieve financial data
- Prepare trial balance
- Prepare payroll
- Prepare reports
- Prepare financial statements
- Prepare general ledger
- Prepare journal entry
- Prepare bank reconciliations
- Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems
- Invoice clients
- Conduct banking
- Perform general office duties
- Answer customer inquiries
Work Location Information
- Urban area
Typing (Words Per Minute)
- 41 - 60 wpm
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Basic security clearance
Type of Bookkeeping
- Computerized
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- ACCPAC
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Excel
- Electronic mail