Accountant I

Position: Accountant I
Location: Confederation Building - West Block, St. John's
Department of Education - NLSchools
Job Status: Temporary Full-time to March 31, 2027 with the possibility of extension (35 hrs/week)
Salary Scale: CG-29 ($27.61 - $30.67) - CUPE 1560 Collective Agreement
Competition #: 2627-45868-01SS

The successful candidates will be members of NLSchools Finance team, reporting to the Manager of Accounting & Accounts Receivable with a focus on corporate accounting.

Range of Duties May Include:

• Reconciling and preparing monthly corporate bank accounts
• Reconciling General Ledger accounts on a monthly basis
• Preparing quarterly and year-end financial working papers for financial statements
• Overseeing day- to day functions of the financial activity of one small additional non-profit organization: NL Education Foundation Inc.
• Preparing/reconciling group insurance remittance on a quarterly basis as well as monthly HST remittance
• Completing pre-authorized debits (PADS) to withdraw funds from school accounts as necessary
• Preparing/entering various complex journal voucher entries
• Assisting in the development of accounting/financial policies and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in Business with a specialization in accounting and 2 years experience in the accounting field, or
• Completion of a three-year college Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in financial accounting supplemented by 3-4 years experience in the accounting field
• Knowledge in accounting and Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Proficiency in Excel and technology
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision are required
• Knowledge of Cayenta and applicable Legislation would be considered an asset

Additional Information:

• Flexible schedule (can start work day anytime between 7:30-9:00 am)
• Flexibility with working from home on occasion in unique circumstances
• Seeking a candidate with a positive attitude who enjoys working within a strong team environment
• As an employee of NLESD, you will receive the Government of NL's benefits package which includes its defined-benefit public sector pension plan benefit

Applications for this position will be accepted through the District online portal MYHRP at https://www.nlschools.ca/employment/index.jsp

Closing Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm

NLSchools is committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. A Police Records Check with a Vulnerable Sector Query, from the local police authority will be required. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.