Accounting assistant
City of Edmonton’s Financial Services Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Accounting assistant. City of Edmonton’s Financial Services Department manages the city’s finances and budgeting. It provides accounting, financial reporting, and fiscal planning services. By strategically allocating resources and maintaining transparency, it ensures the city’s financial health and supports essential services. Its practices contribute to effective resource management and fiscal responsibility within the market. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Edmonton
Department: Financial Services
Position: Accounting assistant
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $59036.110 – $74086.420 yearly
Employment Type: Temporary/Full time
Talent Acquisition Consultant: RM/MZ
Classification Title: Accounting Assistant 8h
Union: CSU 52
Location: Edmonton, AB
Shift: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Job ID: 50504
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have a recognized accounting certificate from a post-secondary institute
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of related experience in an accounting environment, preferably in Accounts Payable
Physical Requirements:
- The candidate should be able to work independently and establish when it is appropriate to escalate issues to a supervisor or manager
- The candidate should be aware that the weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change in the future. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton or Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should have knowledge of software applications such as SAP, Ariba, Microsoft Office, and GSuite
- The candidate should possess knowledge of accounting principles and audit requirements
- The candidate should have a knowledge and understanding of legislation regarding accounts payable
- The candidate should have effective oral and written communication skills and deal with irate and emotional customers professionally and with empathy
- The candidate should maintain sustained attention to detail in checking and recording financial transactions
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to process PO invoices against established vendor accounts
- The candidates should be able to review and action invoice exceptions assigned to Accounts Payable
- The candidates should be able to verify and ensure adequate supporting documentation is collected on accounts and maintained in SAP and Ariba
- The candidates should be able to ensure compliance with business process requirements and accounting distribution ensuring invoices include mandatory information
- The candidates should be able to make contact with and collaborate with relevant parties, including vendors, internal departments, and the procurement team to resolve discrepancies or outstanding invoicing issues
- The candidates should be able to respond to inquiries, providing guidance in accordance with established policies and procedures, in a timely and professional manner
- The candidates should be able to prioritize urgent requests, such as overdue invoices, to prevent disruption to City of Edmonton business operations
- The candidates should be able to receive and review supplier statements of accounts submitted each month and identify any discrepancies or missing invoices to be investigated
- The candidates should be able to prepare a variety of reports as required invoices processed and paid for a particular vendor or department
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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