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Join Our Team as an Accounting Clerk!

Are you an organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers? The Eastern Counties Regional Library is excited to announce an opening for a temporary Accounting Clerk in beautiful Mulgrave, NS. If you have a knack for financial management and a desire to contribute to our community, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As an Accounting Clerk, you will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of our library. This position requires a commitment of 35 hours bi-weekly and offers a competitive salary of $30.00 hourly. Your expertise will help us manage our financial records and ensure smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledger and journal entries
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Prepare trial balances and financial statements
• Open and close books for auditors
• Conduct bank reconciliations and invoice clients
• Perform financial calculations, including costing and budgeting
• Prepare income tax documentation
• Store, update, and retrieve financial data
• Maintain filing and record systems
• Address customer complaints or concerns
• Manage cash and perform general office duties

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting, accounting technology, or bookkeeping
• Proficiency in Sage Accounting Software, accounting software, spreadsheets, MS Excel, and MS Word
• Strong internet skills

Personal Attributes

We value individuals who are:

• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Excellent communicators
• Organized and reliable
• Resourceful and able to multitask

Work Conditions

This role may require you to:

• Work under pressure and handle repetitive tasks
• Lift weights up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Transportation Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Your own transportation
• A valid driver's license

Security and Safety

A criminal record check will be required for this position.

Screening Questions

As part of the application process, you will be asked:

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Why Join Us?

At the Eastern Counties Regional Library, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging work environment. Join us in making a difference in our community while advancing your career in accounting!

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to excellence and community service!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.