Accounts Clerk (AP)

Kawartha Lakes; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking an Accounts Clerk for the Corporate Services department in Lindsay, ON. This role supports general accounting duties, including data input, journal entries, reconciliations and report preparation.

With a wage range of $34.06 to $36.84 per hour (2026), the successful candidate will handle time-sensitive tasks, travel within the city, and contribute to the financial integrity of the organization.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma with accounting emphasis or related education.
• 2+ years progressive accounting experience, preferably in municipal environment.
• Knowledge of municipal legislation related to duties.
• Proficient in general accounting and banking functions.
• Ability to protect privacy and handle confidential information.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to understand and follow municipal policies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and input data, update, and review the general ledger for accounts payable.
• Prepare and balance various accounting reports.
• Post payments, accruals, and documents to computer systems.
• Maintain lists, databases and reports with accurate information.
• Maintain filing systems and act as records liaison for the department.
• Review invoices for accuracy, coding, and approvals.
• Ensure ledger, inventory, and account codes are accurate.
• Verify and process expense reports and budgets.
• Reconcile accounts and other financial records regularly.
• Process invoices and manage EFT disbursements and supplies.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Secondary School Diploma with accounting emphasis

Municipal finance education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting systems (general)

Job description

Responsible for general accounting duties including: data input, journal entries, reconciliation and report preparation.

Number of available positions:

1

Date of Posting:

Oct 29/26

November 9, 2026

Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Location:

Lindsay, ON

Union:

CUPE 855 Inside

Job Title: Accounts Clerk

Wage: $34.06 - $36.84 hourly (2026)

Reports To: Supervisor, Capital Reporting

Department: Corporate Services

Location: 26 Francis St. Lindsay

Other: General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements; attend meetings and events as required

Job Description

• Analyze, input data, update, and review the general ledger of all account adjustments, as well as for related journal entries for the Accounts Payable area
• Prepare, produce and balance various statistical and accounting reports
• Post payments, accruals, documents, etc. to various computer systems
• Update and maintain various lists, databases and reports to ensure accurate information for various purposes
• Maintain paper and electronic filing systems in compliance with records management and file standards policies, procedures and directives of the City of Kawartha Lakes, and may act as records liaison for the department
• Review invoices, statements for accuracy related to the department and ensure that all invoices are properly coded, approved by senior staff and forwarded to applicable department
• Review general ledger, inventory and maintenance management, account codes for accuracy and completeness
• Verify and process expense reports, ensuring accuracy
• Reconcile various accounts and other financial records on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis
• Verify and input invoices ensuring accuracy, budget availability, and compliance to Corporate and Policy
• Prepare and produce system generated cheques and electronic fund transfer (EFT) disbursements, and manage and order related supplies
• Open and distribute incoming mail on a daily basis
• Provide backup for other clerical positions in the office as required
• Occasional travel to various work locations is required to fulfill the job duties of the position
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills/Education Required

• Secondary School Diploma, with additional education related to accounting or municipal finance
• Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment
• Working knowledge and understanding of municipal legislation in relation to the duties assigned
• Working knowledge of general accounting and banking functions
• Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
• Demonstrated customer-service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and to maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software

Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required

The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.