Junior Accountant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage financial records and provide support within a culturally diverse environment. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, and a solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications. Strong skills in mentoring and training, along with the ability to respect confidential information, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least two years of previous experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
• Ability to respect confidentiality in various formats.

Responsibilities

• Complete various accounting tasks and maintain financial records.
• Support the training and mentoring of junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Mentoring and training

Respect for cultural diversity

Confidentiality

Proficiency in both official languages

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited business program in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

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Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

Experience

• Two (2) years previous experience working in an accounting field.
• Previous experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Knowledge and experience with finance software, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Word and Outlook.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited business program (minimum 1 year) directly related to Accounting.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Willingness and ability to upgrade and broaden skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, train and support others.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate initiative in the performance of duties.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

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