Accounting Clerk – #6924 – A
Township of West Lincoln
The Township of West Lincoln is located at the westerly end of the Niagara Peninsula in the Regional Municipality of Niagara. The largest urban area, the Town of Smithville, is located halfway between the City of Hamilton and the City of St. Catharines. With a population over 14,500, West Lincoln is a mix of a rural and urban setting in a unique local economy that blends residential, industrial, commercial and agricultural properties. Known as a thriving community that offers an excellent way of life, facilitates opportunities, and has a strong sense of community, the Township prides itself in providing responsive and friendly customer experiences.
Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer, the Accounting Clerk is a key member of the Finance Department. This role is responsible for:
- Processing and maintaining accounts payable and inputting manual payroll timesheets
- Assisting with general cashier duties for all revenues and responding to public inquiries regarding property taxes, water billings, and other revenues at the front counter, by telephone and by email
- Providing overall administrative support to the Finance Department, and assisting with other duties and special projects, as assigned
A detailed description can be found on our website at www.westlincoln.ca/en/township-office/jobs.aspx.
- At least 1 year post secondary education in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business Administration and Microsoft Office or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Minimum 2 years of related experience in a financial environment
- Minimum 1 year of experience performing accounts payable processing activities
- Experience in processing payroll preferred
- Experience with a municipal financial software system is an asset
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize high-importance tasks along with weekly occurring activities
- Working knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and laws relating to taxation and assessment
- Strong analytical and attention to detail abilities are essential
- Excellent diplomacy and customer service skills
Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of application outlining their qualifications and experience, as well as a detailed resume, by no later than Monday, May 10th, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. to the attention of:
Joanne Scime, Clerk
Township of West Lincoln
318 Canborough Street, P.O. Box 400, Smithville, Ontario L0R 2A0
(subject line: Accounting Clerk)
