Accounting Clerk

Canadian Museum of History; Quebec; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A national museum is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk to maintain financial records and assist with accounting operations. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience, proficiency in Excel, and a diploma in Finance or Accounting. This is a permanent full-time position offering competitive compensation in an inclusive workplace dedicated to diversity.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in accounting operations.
• Proficient in computerized systems including Word and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Museum general ledger and central accounts.
• Process travel expense claims and register credit card expenses.
• Assist in revenue operations and management reports.

Skills

Accounting operations experience

Financial report preparation and analysis

Flexibility

Attention to order and quality

Client focus

Education

College Diploma in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

Salary $46,436 - $58,546 (Job classification: E4) - Per Hour

The Canadian Museum of History (CMH) offers you a place to develop your career and to accomplish rewarding and meaningful work in an inclusive and engaging work environment dedicated to museological excellence.

Permanent Full-Time Position

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our Finance and Administrative Services Division. Reporting to the Supervisor, Accounts Payable and the Supervisor, Revenue Operations at the CMH, your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining the Museum general ledger and central accounts;
• Registering credit card expenses;
• Verifying and registering travel authority and advances;
• Processing travel expense claims;
• Participating in revenue operations, revenue control and the presentation of Museum management reports;
• Assisting with parking services;
• Assisting in maintaining the Museum cash control and deposit function as well as the maintenance of an accounts receivable collection system;
• Using multiple computer and web based applications;
• Supervising students;
• Performing other related duties as required.

Successful candidates have the following qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years experience in accounting operations;
• Computerized systems such as Word processing, Excel spreadsheet, e-mail and financial systems;
• The preparation and analysis of financial reports;

Knowledge of:

• Cash and accrual methods of accounting for expenditures and revenues;
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable practices and procedures;
• Financial administration methods, practices, and procedures;
• Filing systems;
• Computerized systems.

Education: College Diploma in Finance or Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Core competencies: Flexibility; Concern for Order and Quality; Information Seeking; Action Oriented; Client focus; Teamwork and Collaboration.

The Canadian Museum of History is committed to the principles of employment equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are an Aboriginal Person, a member of a visible minority group, a person with a disability or a woman.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environments. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Compensation: $46,436 – $58,546 (Job classification: E4)

Language: AAB imperative. We encourage all candidates to submit their nomination, regardless of whether they believe they meet the linguistic requirements of the position.

Security Clearance: Enhanced reliability

Open to: Museum employees, external candidates and/or candidates from our inventory. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.