Accounting Clerk - Finance Department (Terrace)

Accounting Clerk - Finance Department (Terrace)

Job ID: 83793

Job Type: Part Time

Category: Finance

Posted: 2025-03-07

Location: Terrace, BC | Canada

Job Description:

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Terrace campus, invites applications for two regular (20 hours per week) Accounting Clerk positions commencing as soon as possible. The salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Support Staff Scale, Level 8: $32.48 per hour plus a comprehensive benefit plan.

The College invites applications from all qualified candidates. CMTN is dedicated to employment equity and diversity in the workplace by providing a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming. It is our aim to reflect the diversity found in our unique region throughout CMTN's workforce.

Our team is committed to Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Internationalization. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The College provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including personalized accommodation. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources directly at hr@coastmountaincollege.ca.

Job Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Accounting Coordinator, this position will provide accounts payable and accounts receivable services in terms of data entry, verification and basic reconciliation as well as assigned general administration services, in accordance with established policy, procedures and financial controls, to ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions.

Tasks include:

• Receives, sends, sorts, verifies, processes, and prepares various accounting documents such as invoices, cheque requisitions, request for invoices, etc.
• Ensures authorizations, accuracy, and completeness of supporting documentation
• Performs data entry necessary to update accounts and files
• Maintains existing department filing systems
• Responds to queries from internal and external sources
• Performs other incidental duties within the accounting department

Qualifications:

A two-year accounting diploma along with 5 years of directly related work experience in a large organization. An equivalent combination of related education and work experience may be considered.

Required skills, abilities, and knowledge include:

• Full understanding of all aspects of an accounting system including accounts receivable and/or payable, sub-ledgers, cash control, and other financial transactions
• Experience working with an integrated database (Colleague preferred)
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and word processing applications
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage tight deadlines with frequent interruptions
• Ability to determine priorities, be self-directed, and work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality working with sensitive information

Application Information:

To apply please send a cover letter, quoting competition #25.022B, and an up-to-date resume to:

Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date: March 11, 2025

Competition number: 25.022B

Job status: Open

Posting type: Support

Department: Finance

Campuses: Terrace