Accounting technician 2/3
City of Winnipeg’s Finance and Administration department based in Winnipeg, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Accounting technician 2/3. City of Winnipeg’s Finance and Administration department manages financial matters and administrative functions. It oversees budgeting, accounting, and procurement activities. It enables efficient resource management, effective governance, and the delivery of essential services, contributing to Winnipeg’s financial stability and organizational effectiveness. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Winnipeg
Department: Finance and administration
Position: Accounting technician 2/3
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $1225.455 – $1454.41 weekly
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Employee Group: CUPE
Location: 421 Osborne St, Winnipeg, MB R3L 2A2, Canada
Shift: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Job ID: 124353
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Nine (9) modules in CPA PREP program (including Financial Reporting 1 and 2), for AT2 or enrollment in CPA PEP Program, for AT3
Experience: Candidates should have accounting experience of approximately 3 years for AT2; OR minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in the City of Winnipeg’s Accountant Technician series or equivalent accounting experience of approximately 5 years, for AT3
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess an equivalent through a university degree program and continued enrollment in pursuance of enrollment in the CPA PEP program towards obtaining their CPA designation
- The candidates should have a minimum of one (1) year experience as an Accountant Technician 1 or equivalent accounting experience and have knowledge of accounting procedures and practices, particularly municipal accounting. *Good (AT2), Advanced (AT3)
- The candidates should have knowledge of the City of Winnipeg’s PeopleSoft financial reporting system and proficiency working in the system or comparable knowledge and proficiency with financial reporting systems. Required knowledge and proficiency of PeopleSoft must be gained within 6 months of appointment. *Good (AT2), Working (AT3)
- The candidates should have the ability to prepare financial reports and statements *Semi-complex (AT2), Complex (AT3) and demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- The candidates should possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and should be capable of controlling and balancing various accounting records and summaries
- The candidates should have the ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks while delivering results on time and demonstrate proficiency in working effectively with financial computer applications and Microsoft Office suite software packages
- The candidates should have experience in the control and balance of various accounting records and summaries and have experience preparing journal entries, recording transactions, maintaining records, and making calculations requiring accuracy and attention to detail. They should also have experience managing and coordinating multiple tasks while delivering results on time
- The candidates should have experience working effectively with financial computer applications and Microsoft Office suite software packages and possess advanced computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- The candidates should be able to effectively supervise and mentor junior staff
- The candidates should continue enrollment towards Chartered Professional Accountant designation in accordance with established timelines for each level in the series and Continuing education with successful completion of the remaining PREP modules: a minimum completion of 1 course every 18 months. They must complete their CPA designation within 60 months. A minimum completion of 1 course every 18 months
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to be responsible for various accounting functions related to the processing and maintenance of financial records and able to maintain, analyze, and balance a variety of accounts, tracking discrepancies and preparing corrections as required or appropriate
- The candidates should be able to monitor the flow of data to general ledger accounts, ensuring all information is processed according to established policies and procedures and able to prepare regular and as-required journal entries, performing necessary calculations and file maintenance, ensuring proper documentation and authorization
- The candidates should be able to maintain or assist in the maintenance of subsidiary ledgers, reviewing and reconciling to the general ledger and preparing adjustments as required
- The candidates should be able to prepare routine to complex financial reports and statements and able to prepare or assist in the preparation of business plans, budgets, financial projections, and year-end working papers and financial statements
- The candidates should be able to supervise or provide oversight to clerical staff or their assignments such as purchasing, payables, cash, and receivables to ensure financial information is provided in a timely fashion and recorded in an accurate and efficient manner
- The candidates should be able to prepare, review, and authorize various payments in accordance with Financial Management Administrative Standards
- The candidates should be able to provide financial support to other divisions with respect to projections, budgeting, and various other accounting processes according to established policies and procedures
Benefits:
- The candidates will get employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs
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.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!