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Job Details Job order - J0616-0993 - Temporary Part Time Title Accounting Clerk Category Accounting/Finance/Cashiering City Kingston, Ontario, Canada Job Description Accounting Clerk Opening Statement History and innovation thrive in Kingston, located at the head of the St. Lawrence River and the junction of the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage site). A dynamic city with a sound and diversified economic base - consisting of prestigious public institutions, government bodies, leading healthcare and education facilities, significant tourism and entertainment activity, and a large private sector, Kingston offers the quality of life of a smaller community with the amenities of a major centre. The Intelligent Community Forum named Kingston a Top 7 Intelligent Community in 2014. Position Summary *** Note: Pay Range is based on 2016 Rates of Pay *** As Accounting Clerk you will be responsible for accounting processes including, but not limited to, preparation of journals, adjusting entries, accruals and follow up; Month end and year end working papers, reconciliations and spreadsheet development; Liaise with internal and external customers; Enter invoices, processing and distributing payments to vendors; Processing of customer invoices and revenue collection; Recording of cash receipts and additional duties as assigned as determined by workload of accounting team. Qualifications, Competencies Two Year College Diploma in a business discipline or equivalent in education and experience; Minimum of two years of accounting experience in a computerized environment with experience in the use of integrated financial software and spreadsheet applications; Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financial Software will be considered an asset; Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork. Skills, Abilities, Work Demands Ability to perform well independently and as a team player; Able to perform in a fast pace and demanding work environment with the ability to multi-task and prioritize; Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy; Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems; Microsoft Excel and word proficiency at an Basic Level (tested); Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory CPIC (Criminal Record Check), at candidates own expense. Closing Statement Please apply to Career Opportunities at: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position. Please upload to your profile, any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position you are applying to. We thank all of those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The City of Kingston is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Skills College Diploma Accounting Customer Service Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent Education Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Multi-tasking in a Fast-Paced Environment Peoplesoft Reference 138189 Click here to apply