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The City of North Battleford is seeking a Financial Accountant. This position reports directly to the Finance Director and requires the successful applicant to perform a wide variety of general accounting/finance support tasks.
MAIN DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Treasury record management of City debt and related Bank reconciliations
- Review Journal Vouchers, Interdepartmental billings, Stock requisitions
- General ledger maintenance including setup of vendors in Accounting Software
- Monthly reporting of Departmental Revenue and Expenditures to dept. heads
- Ensure compliance reporting of major funding and expenditure contracts.
- Ensure compliance reporting of GST, PST, Statistics, etc.
- Assisting with preparation of Annual Financial Report and Public Accounts
- Assisting with Budgeting, Quarterly reporting and year end audit as required
- Ad hoc financial analysis and other finance/accounting duties as required.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE / SKILLS
- University degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar.
- Attainment or enrollment in a recognized accounting program would be a definite asset but not mandatory
- Must have at least 5 years of accounting experience at a similar level of responsibility. Candidates from professional accounting firms are also invited to apply
- Must have excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Must have Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and keen attention to detail. Ability to problem-solve, self-direct and self-initiate. Excellent time management and ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
Accountant Specific Skills
- Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
- Prepare reports and audit findings
- Examine financial records and transactions
- Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Excel
- Electronic mail
- Database software
- General office equipment
- Data analysis software
- Accounting software
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