Finance & Accounting Technician

Description:

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Education in Business Administration Accounting or Commerce. Consideration will be given to the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of related work experience in a computerized accounting department, preferably with a public sector organization;
• Demonstrated understanding of accounting and expense classifications; chart of accounts; account coding, accruals, audit processes and month and year-end procedures within a large and complex chart of accounts;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Public Sector Accounting Board Standards (PSAB), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations pertaining to Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and trust accounting;
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Strong mathematical, analytical and problem solving skills;
• Ability to compile and analyze financial data for processing and reporting;
• Strong technology skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and working knowledge of computerized accounting systems, and database query applications;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information;
• Strong commitment to ensuring deadlines are maintained and achieved