All jobs within 50 km around Whitehorse in Financial Services

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Financial Operations, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing financial and administrative services to the branch and the department, including preparing, processing, tracking, and reconciling financial transactions and financial systems (including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial coding, and signing authorities. This position also researches, analyzes, and compiles financial information, provides guidance to department staff on financial processes, and provides administrative support services to the branch (and department as needed), which may include but is not limited to front-end customer service, purchasing supplies, and overseeing facility management processes.

This position is best suited to someone who is motivated, enjoys multi-tasking, works well in a team environment, and can work within tight deadlines.

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications, and specifically how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications shown below. Ensure a month/year format is used for each work experience. Note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Coursework in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field.
• Experience managing accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Experience preparing various financial reports and reconciliations.
• Experience using various computerized financial systems
• Experience working with computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.