New Job Administrative/Accounting Clerk In Newfoundland And Labrador

TOWN OF GANDER
ADMINISTRATIVE / ACCOUNTING CLERK

Maternity/Parental Leave Replacement 18 Months
Competition # TOG2022‐007

The Town of Gander currently has an opening for an Administrative/Accounting Clerk within the
Corporate Services department. The position covers an 18 month maternity/parental leave replacement. The successful candidate will be the initial contact for the public at the Town Hall. The incumbent provides administrative and accounting support to Finance and Human Resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide frontline customer service by greeting and addressing public inquires; Accept and receipt payments for property tax, accounts receivables and other transactions; Prepare and balance daily bank deposits; Set up and maintenance of pre‐authorized debit and other payment plans; Support human resource operations including but not limited to assisting with employee recruitment and hiring:
Maintain Animal Control Licensing System, as well as issuance of Taxi Operators license: Complete routine clerical function including data entry and analysis, record keeping, filing, photocopying, scanning, scheduling meetings and appointments: Responds to work groups, supervisors, and the public in a polite, informative, caring, and effective manner: Adheres to all Occupational Health & Safety policies, regulations, and compliances, and Other duties and responsibilities as required.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Completion of a 2‐year post‐secondary Business Administration diploma, with a concentration in accounting, from a recognized educational institution; A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in computerized accounting;

Other combinations of education and work experience may be considered:
Municipal experience would be considered an asset; Experience in Great Plains Dynamics would be considered an asset; Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365; Must have a valid Class 5; Newfoundland and Labrador Driver’s License; Clear certificates of conduct including a RCMP Criminal; Record Check and a Provincial Court Check, is a condition of employment ; Must be bondable; Experience using computerized accounting software is a necessity; One of the Town’s Commissioner of
Oaths; Proven ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality, manage high volumes of work, and meet deadlines; Exceptional customer services; Strong organization skills to effectively complete/deliver and prioritize assigned tasks and responsibilities within established timelines; Excellent task prioritization and time management skills; Strong work ethic with a positive team attitude; Strong oral and written communication skills

SALARY: non‐unionized position ‐ $26.48/hour – 35 hours/week

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and resume on or before

Friday, May 20, 2022, to the attention of:

Human Resources
Town of Gander

100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL, A1V 1G7

Please note: The Town of Gander appreciates all applicants for their interest, however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Salary: From $26.48 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application deadline: 2022-05-20