Accounting Clerk

Job title:

Accounting Clerk

Company

Fort McKay First Nation

Job description

Accounting Clerk
Finance DepartmentABOUT THE ROLEThe Fort McKay First Nation is seeking a detail orientated individual with excellent communication skills to fill the Accounting Clerk position. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Accounting Clerk is primarily responsible for financial, administrative, and clerical services. This includes verifying and processing customer invoices, billing requisitions, and expense claims and performing related administrative duties. This is a permanent full-time position and is based on seventy-five (75) hours bi-weekly, located in Fort McKay, AB.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESPrimary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Compile, organize, verify, and enter a variety of financial data from various sources.
• Prepare daily bank deposit.
• Enter any deposits into ACCPAC (maintain filing and recording of daily deposits).
• Prepare any miscellaneous invoices from other departments.
• Record monthly bank transactions (i.e. service charges, monthly leases and PHT transactions).
• Record INAC monthly deposits.
• Perform SA Reconciliation with GL entries.
• Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines.
• Reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts.
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities.
• Maintain accounts receivable customer files.
• Follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc.
• Review and process monthly transactions for Rent Roll with Housing Department.
• Maintain filing of bank statements and AP payments.
• Answer customer enquiries and queries.
• Maintain financial records for FM Landing general ledger.
• Prepare monthly reports for revenues, rent receivables and accounts receivable balances.
• Assist the accountants with month end closing processes.
• Maintain various schedules for year-end audit process.
• Reconcile all trust account balances and ensure EFTs are recorded appropriately.
• Track revenues from all government agencies per established confirmations.
• Prepare annual property tax billings and ensure collections.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Certificate in office or business administration or related program.
• Two (2) years of experience in an accounting role.
• Working knowledge of Sage accounting software is an asset.
• Math and numeracy skills in a computerized environment.
• Proficient understanding of accounting standards and knowledge.
• Basic proficiency with various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Sage.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience working in an Indigenous community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is considered an asset.
• Clean criminal record check is required

WHY APPLY?
At Fort McKay, we value the dedication of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to Competitive Pay, we also offer the following;

• Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• An employer matched Pension Plan
• A healthy work-life balance with an on-site fitness centre
• Transportation to and from work
• The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands – to learn more about the Moose Lake Plan visit:

ABOUT FORT MCKAY
The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: https://fortmckayfirstnation2.applytojob.com/apply
You can also check us out on social media -> Facebook & LinkedIn
Closing Date: July 3, 2024
Please ensure you indicate the Competition #017-2024
*Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.Powered by JazzHR

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Location

Fort Mackay, AB

Job date

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:51:49 GMT

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