Accounting Clerk III

City of Penticton; Penticton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government in Canada seeks an Accounting Clerk III to manage bank reconciliation, process invoices, and support cemetery operations. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Accounting and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Compensation ranges from $36.20 to $40.23 per hour, with full-time benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Attractive benefits

Vacation

Pension package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a local government setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of current relevant experience in an accounting department.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Process purchase orders and contracts payable.
• Prepare financial documents related to cemetery transactions.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and records.

Skills

Invoicing

Inventory Control

Data Entry

Customer Service

Vendor Management

Accounting & Finance

Reconciliations

General Ledger Accounting

Mathematics

Microsoft Excel

Reporting

Financial Statement

Inventory Management

ACCA

Bookkeeping

Education

Completion of a diploma in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Unit4 ERP System

Job description

Overview

Penticton is a vibrant innovative healthy waterfront city focused on sustainability, community and economic opportunity. At the City of Penticton our goal is to serve our residents, businesses and visitors through good governance, partnership and the delivery of effective and community-focused services.

The City of Penticton's Finance department is in search of a highly motivated and energetic individual for the position of Accounting Clerk III. This position's primary focus will be the accounting duties associated with bank account monitoring as well as operating as the Cemetery Clerk at the City of Penticton.

Reporting to the Manager of Finance, this position is responsible for acquiring and processing invoices under established policies and procedures, assisting in the reconciliation of accounts, communicating with various vendors and customers, as well as delivering information to the public. This includes weekly payment processing, completion of bank reconciliations, preparing various analyses of accounts or expenditures, and responding to internal/external queries in a courteous and professional manner. This position is also responsible for providing administrative support related to cemetery operations, including recordkeeping, customer service and coordination of burial services. This role ensures accurate documentation and compassionate service to families and funeral providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations across multiple accounts to ensure financial integrity.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and internal records.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and City policies related to cash management and banking activities.
• Responsible for processing purchase orders and contracts payable, invoice entry, purchase card transaction entry and payment processing.
• Prepare and issue invoices, receipts and other financial documents related to cemetery transactions.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, funeral homes and other stakeholders regarding cemetery services and plot availability.
• Maintain and update cemetery records including plot ownership, interments and related documentation.
• Respond to and investigate internal/external queries.
• Prepare periodic account analyses, reconciliations, journal entries and reporting as required.
• Provide support to other accounting staff as required.

Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• Excellent communications (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
• Knowledge of and proficient ability to use the complete Microsoft Office suite of business applications with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective organization, time management and multi-tasking skills to prioritize and complete work in an environment with high volume while paying close attention to detail.
• Ability to work and perform accounting functions in a complex ERP system; Unit4 preferred.
• Ability to understand, interpret, operationalize and enforce City policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to analyze and research relevant information in order to resolve issues with diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to exercise courtesy and tact in exchange of information with other City employees, the public and suppliers.

Education, Training & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a local government setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of current relevant experience in an accounting department.
• Completion of a diploma in Accounting or Business Administration.

At the City of Penticton we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.

That’s why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, living with disabilities and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply.

So if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by September 21, 2025.

Position type : Full-time Permanent (35 hours per week)

Wage : $36.20 - $40.23 per hour (Pay Grade 9 CUPE)

Benefits : Attractive benefits, vacation and pension package

Competition # : 25-117

Key Skills

• Invoicing
• Inventory Control
• Data Entry
• Customer Service
• Vendor Management
• Accounting & Finance
• Reconciliations
• General Ledger Accounting
• Mathematics
• Microsoft Excel
• Reporting
• Financial Statement
• Inventory Management
• ACCA
• Bookkeeping

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 36 - 40