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Description

DEFINITION:
Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, this position performs various accounting duties.

TYPICAL DUTIES:
1.Collects, verifies, and processes payments for a variety of services.  Prepares and processes reconciliations and reports.
2.Prepares and records invoices and journal entries for a variety of services within established policies and procedures and timelines.
3.Processes purchase orders, ensuring receipt of goods and appropriate distribution of charges.
4.Controls and records the disbursement of petty cash.
5.Assists as required the review, preparation and processing of payroll data.
6.Reviews related reports and documents, and identifies discrepancies.  Collaborates with appropriate party to resolve discrepancies or forwards to a higher authority for resolution.
7.Responds to enquiries from staff and supervisors.
8.Distributes and files copies of documents
9.Assists with the calculation of special payroll payments.
10.Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of accounting and payroll terminology, practices and procedures.
Ability to maintain attention to detail and to meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill in the operation of office equipment, including a calculator and a computer with word-processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office preferred).
Successful completion of one-year post-secondary business-related program, plus or including:
Introductory Accounting 1
Introductory Accounting 2
Two years related office experience.