Employment Opportunity - Accounting Clerk

The Town of Grand Valley, a rural/urban municipality located in Dufferin County, is seeking a full-time Accounting Clerk, reporting to and supporting the Director of Finance/Treasurer.

Position Summary: 

The Accounting Clerk provides data entry and administration support for the Town’s financial and accounting processes including Property Taxation, Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), and Payroll.

·   Property Taxation – assist with property tax collection including processing payments, maintaining the property tax roll and providing information and excellent customer service to taxpayers, external customers, and agencies.

·      A/P and A/R – responsible for the day-to-day operations of all Town payment and receivable cycle activities including: processing vendor invoices within established procedures for timely payment while ensuring the Town's procurement and authorization processes are being followed; preparing and managing receivables; reconciliation of accounts; responding to inquiries from staff, vendors and auditors for accounts payable and receivable matters.

·   Payroll - responsible for processing payroll for Town salaried and hourly employees, ensuring that the full payroll cycle is completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with applicable legislation and corporate policies. Completes administrative activities relating to pension and benefit requirements, and reconciliations and reporting.

Qualification, Knowledge and Skills:

·        Post-secondary Diploma/Degree or certificate in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or equivalent in a related field.

·        A minimum of three (3) years’ finance or accounts payable/receivable experience.

·        A minimum of two (2) years’ municipal property tax experience.

·        Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Accounting Software. Experience in iCity/Vadim would be an asset.

·        General knowledge of the applicable legislation and regulatory knowledge, including the Employment Standards Act, Employment Income Act, OMERS and working knowledge of the property tax sections of the Municipal Act, 2001.

·        Strong accounting skills, including reconciliation experience.

·        Must have a valid Ontario Class ‘G’ Driver’s Licence.

Hours of Work and Working Conditions:

This position is employed 35 hours per week in an office environment. Overtime may be required at times. Tasks are performed with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.

 Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Detailed Job Description, available on the Town’s website at https://www.townofgrandvalley.ca/municipal-government/employment/

The Town of Grand Valley offers a competitive compensation package. This position is at Grade 5 on the Town of Grand Valley Pay Grid ($27.95-$31.76 per hour, July 2024 rates).

The successful candidate will start their employment on January 6, 2025.

Interested applicants must submit their resume and cover letter electronically, marked CONFIDENTIAL, to: Meghan Townsend, CAO/Clerk, mtownsend@townofgrandvalley.ca by Friday, November 29, 2024 at 4:30pm and must be transmitted by email before the closing time.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for further screening will be contacted.  Personal information received in response to this posting will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment and handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Pre-employment screening will be required.

The Town of Grand Valley is committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be available upon request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request.