###Hospital Name:

Alexandra Marine and General Hospital

###Competition:

26-041

###Position Type:

Full-time

###Vacancy:

New

###Union:

Non-Union

###Salary Scale:

$37.52 - $45.93

###Start Date:

2026-03-26

###Closing Date:

2026-04-07

###Overview:

The Finance/Accounting Clerk plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of both Alexandra Marine & General Hospital and South Huron Hospital. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring financial processes are completed in a timely and precise manner. The Finance/Accounting Clerk provides a variety of clerical and accounting functions using generally accepted accounting procedures. The Finance/Accounting Clerk is responsible for posting information to the general ledger, assisting in balancing the general or subsidiary ledgers, reconciling bank accounts, processing payments, compiling segments of monthly closings, scrutinizing and correcting financial errors, and supporting the preparation of statistical and financial reports.

Key responsibilities include preparing journal entries, processing reconciliations, maintaining cash flow activities, providing back up support to the payroll analyst, and completing financial data entry with a high degree of accuracy. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly organized, and committed to delivering excellent service to departments and stakeholders across the organization.

This is a hybrid role with a blend of on-site requirements and remote work, 37.5 hours per week.

###Qualifications:

• Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA candidate or CPA designation considered an asset

Experience

• Four to five years of relevant finance experience.
• Four to five years’ experience working in a hospital setting considered an asset.

###Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and payroll processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders and departments.

###Abilities:

• Maintain the General Ledger, post batches and prepare journal entries.

• Perform regular reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts.

• Prepare and post journal entries with accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.

• Reconcile bank daily and maintain cash flow.

• Receive, process and review financial and statistical data from Finance

• Department accounting functions.

• Support statistical and financial data entry and reporting.

• Assist with month-end closing and preparation of financial statements and reports.

• Prepare Ministry template reporting, trial balance submissions, business briefs and verification report review.

• Support month‑end and year‑end close processes, including supporting audit documentation.

• Provide backup coverage and support to payroll analyst.

• Provide adhoc analysis as requested.

• Generate and maintain organized financial files and ensure all documentation meets audit and compliance requirements.

• Liaise with internal departments, leadership, and external stakeholders to collect information, clarify financial data, and support the finance function.

• Support communication and coordination across sites to ensure consistency in financial practices.

• Maintain confidential information and adhere to Hospital policies.

• Comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Procedures set up by management.

• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Manager of Finance.

• Consistently meets attendance expectations, demonstrating reliability and commitment to scheduled shifts.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.

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Personal information is collected under FIPPA and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment and if hired, the information collected may be incorporated into your personnel file and used and disclosed for the purpose of administering your employment. AMGH is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. We thank all candidates who submit their application.

Choosing AMGH as your employer opens the door to many professional development opportunities and training supports. Applicants may be eligible for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Support Program for Nurses programs.