Accounting Technician

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A school board in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an Accounting Technician to maintain the general ledger, prepare financial reports, and manage budgets. The position requires a college diploma in finance or accounting and at least 2 years of relevant experience. A positive work environment and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in general ledger or financial reporting.
• Experience in a school board environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school board's general ledger.
• Prepare financial reports and reconcile bank accounts.
• Assist with financial statements and budgets.

Skills

General ledger maintenance

Financial reporting

Knowledge of PSAB standards

Education

College diploma in finance or accounting

University degree

Job description

Position: Accounting Technician

Location: Kenora Board Office

Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) at 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: Current Grid: $66,098 - $80,341

Grid effective September 1, 2025: $67,750 - $82,350

Union Affiliation: Non-Union

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area's largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves approximately 5,000 students across 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in communities including Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Experience the lakes, beaches, northern lights, and welcoming communities. KPDSB offers a progressive career path with a positive work environment, competitive pay, and benefits.

For more information, visit http://www.kpdsb.ca/.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Accounting Technician maintains the school board's general ledger, prepares financial reports, reconciles bank accounts, assists with financial statements and budgets, manages scholarships/trust funds, and administers school funds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College diploma in finance or accounting; university degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in general ledger or financial reporting; school board experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PSAB standards.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Please include three professional references, including a recent supervisor, with your application. Submit via ATE application/portfolio to Maddie White, HR Officer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to accessible hiring practices under AODA. Please inform HR of any accommodations needed during the process.