Bank Reconciliation Clerk (Clerk 4)

Job title:

Bank Reconciliation Clerk (Clerk 4)

Company

Government of Nova Scotia

Job description

Competition # : 43141Department: Finance and Treasury BoardLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: TermUnion Status: NSGEU – NSPGClosing Date: ​18-Jun-24 ​ (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsAt the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province’s financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services – including the preparation of the provincial budget – as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.We are constantly looking for new and better ways to plan, manage, budget and invest.About Our OpportunityThe Capital Markets Administration and Compliance (CMAC) division is responsible for the accounting, debt servicing, trade settlement, reporting, and custody of government’s market debt and investments while monitoring compliance with legislation and policies. The division provides professional advice, recommendations, and coordination of policies and guidelines related to debt management activities. In addition, the division reconciles government bank accounts, monitors and reports on government’s financial internal controls, manages governance specific software solutions, and corporate compliance programs.Primary AccountabilitiesReporting to the Bank Reconciliation Supervisor, the Bank Reconciliation Clerk is responsible for providing accurate and timely accounting, reporting and support for all financial transactions of the province processed through the major charted banks. The incumbent will also be responsible for analysis of financial and technical data required to ensure proper allocation and financial conformity. Additional responsibilities include monitoring clearing accounts, creating and testing posting rules, processing stop payments and responding to inquiries. From time to time the Bank Reconciliation Clerk assists in training, business enhancements and procedure development.Qualifications and ExperienceThe successful candidate must possess a Grade 11 education plus five years relevant experience or equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable. Preference will be given to those with post-secondary accounting training.As the ideal candidate you have experience with banking services, financial accounting, financial reporting and reconciliations. Experience reconciling bank accounts as well as preparing journal entries is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team are required.Candidates need to possess a high attention to detail and a working knowledge of GAAP and SAP. Sound judgement and problem-solving skills are required to allow for the accurate interpretation of information to make effective decisions daily. An above average understanding of the banking industry and web-based banking platforms would be an asset.Computer proficiency using a variety of tools, including Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .Additional InformationThis is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of October 31, 2025. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: CL 22Salary Range: $1,934.21 – $2,139.34 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].

Expected salary

$1934.21 – 2139.34 per month

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 01:33:48 GMT

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