finance officer

Government of Canada - Central; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking a candidate for a crucial role that involves managing payroll and maintaining financial records. Applicants should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in accounting software, particularly Sage Accounting. Attention to detail and strong written communication skills are vital for success in this position. The role is based in Northwestern Ontario with no remote working options. Benefits include health insurance and free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Knowledge of preparing tax returns and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Keep financial records and balance various accounts.
• Prepare tax returns and trial balance of books.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accurate

Excellent written communication

Efficiency in interpersonal skills

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

Sage Accounting Software

MS Excel

Database software

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Windows

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Cree
• Ojibwa

Responsibilities Tasks

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Database software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Sage Accounting Software

Additional information Security and safety

• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is available
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available