Accounting Clerk III

Job summary

The role involves processing accounts payable and receivable, managing cash receipts, and performing journal entry interfaces. Additionally, the clerk handles payroll timesheets, ROE issuance, and provides accounting support for school-based reconciliations.

Job details

SCHOOL DISTRICT #27 (CARIBOO-CHILCOTIN) Phone: (778) 799-2692 Email: EXTERNAL POSITION Posting: S-2026-0101 PERMANENT Position: ACCOUNTING CLERK III Location: Administration Building Williams Lake 12 mos., 35 hours/week. Duration: The start date of this position is to be determined in consultation with the successful applicant. This position is 35 hours a week and is scheduled 12 months per year. This position is scheduled Monday to Fridays, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Rate of Pay: The probationary hourly rate of pay is $31.67 per hour. After successful completion of a 90 day probation period, the hourly rate of pay is $35.17 per hour. Threshold Qualifications Completion of two years of accounting courses, PCP certification or 3 years equivalent experience Experience and/or training working in an office setting Experience in a large computerized environment Demonstrated proficiency using Excel, Word, and Access Thorough understanding of financial and accounting implications of AR/AP and payroll transactions; adhering to all Board Policies and legislated Municipal, Provincial and Federal regulations Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality Duties Include, but are not limited to: Processing accounts payable invoices, creating accounts receivable invoices, entering cash receipts and completion of their batch entries Processing accounts payable cheque run, or quick pays, or on-line payments; ensuring timely processing/payments of invoices Various journal entry interfaces into accounting software Purchase card download, verification of coding on statements and interfacing into software for corrections and completion Provide training and continued support for school base accounting including balance sheet reconciliations; and assist with various journal entries Preparation of timesheets for entry into the payroll system by coding appropriate codes and general ledger verifications including verifications of authorizations Processing of timesheets or interface to completion of payruns, including follow up reconciliation and bill processing to accounting Issuing ROE's and EI investigations within limited timeframes Assist with MPP and TPP inquiries and forms Assist where necessary in completing Work Safe information, forms or other compliance requirements from various regulatory bodies Union membership is a condition of employment. New applicants are encouraged to submit a comprehensive resume, including 2 work-related references, via email to School District No. 27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) is an equal opportunity employer.

What you’ll do

The role involves processing accounts payable and receivable, managing cash receipts, and performing journal entry interfaces. Additionally, the clerk handles payroll timesheets, ROE issuance, and provides accounting support for school-based reconciliations.

Requirements

Candidates must have two years of accounting courses, PCP certification, or three years of equivalent experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access) and a thorough understanding of AR/AP and payroll regulations are required.

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Processing
• Excel
• Word
• Access
• Journal Entries
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Cash Receipts
• Financial Reporting
• Confidentiality
• Attention To Detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Education
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector