Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job title: Accounting Clerk

Company: Cornwall Community Hospital

Job description: Job Posting Number:J0924-0143Job Title:Accounting ClerkJob Category:Administration / ClericalUnit:FinanceJob Type:Temporary Part TimeOpen Positions:1City, Province, Country:Cornwall, Ontario, CanadaDate Posted:September 6, 2024Available Shifts:

• Day Shift Monday through Friday – Schedule subject to change
• 800 – 1600 – Schedule subject to change

Closing Date:September 11, 2024Salary:$28.02 – $29.32/HourUnion:CUPEAs part of the Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), you will uphold the mission, vision and ICARE values in order to create a safe environment for patients, families, staff, physicians and volunteers, recognizing “Patient Safety” and “Our People” as priorities in creating a culture of safety and a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. Cornwall Hospital is committed to providing an accessible work environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment/selection process.Emergency preparedness is a critical aspect of CCH operations. It is essential that all staff and physicians receive training and understand their roles and responsibilities in this field.Summary of responsibilitiesReporting to the Manager of Finance, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for the timely recording and sending of invoices and billings, receiving and processing of payments. Accounting transactions are recorded, reviewed, and entered into correct fiscal periods and the correct accounts. Records must be balanced and processed in a timely manner. The Accounting Clerk will be expected to deal with internal and external clients. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or designate.Requirements of the job

• Successful completion of a 2-year Community College program in accounting
• Good computer skills and ability to type 45 w.p.m.
• Minimum number of 2 years’ experience with a computerized accounting system
• Recent related working experience of three months in Accounting
• Demonstrated knowledge of operation of general ledger and sub-ledgers
• Knowledge of GAAP, Financial Manual, Provincial and Federal legislation
• Must pass internal accounting assessment
• Good interpersonal skills and strong team orientation
• Ability to withstand constant computer work and sitting
• Ability to work unsupervised and excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Functional level in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French – and testing completed)
• Strong organization skills as you are required to maintain the system of records, ensuring accounts are accurate and complete in the system.
• Problem solving abilities as you are required to promptly resolve any billing or payment issues.
• Good communication skills as you are in regular contact with internal and external customers, such as management, staff, vendors, government agencies, software vendors, insurance agencies, etc.

Assets:

• Knowledge of Word, Windows, and spreadsheet programs

Location: Cornwall, ON

Job date: Sun, 08 Sep 2024 06:42:43 GMT