Municipality of Jasper Accounting Clerk

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Alberta is seeking a Finance Clerk for a temporary, full-time position. You will support the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and processing invoices, among others. The ideal candidate must have a diploma in Business Administration and 2 years of experience with accounting software. Opportunities for other applicants may exist.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with accounting software, preferably Diamond Municipal Software.
• Experience in accounts payable and receivable is an asset.
• Candidates with lower qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounts payable, purchasing, and encumbrance functions.
• Process invoices, requisitions, and payments.
• Prepare and maintain financial reconciliations and reports.

Skills

English Fluency

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Education

Secretarial or Business Administration Diploma

Tools

Diamond Municipal Software

Job description

Overview

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP. Employer: Municipality of Jasper. Position: Finance Clerk (Temporary, Full-Time). Position Duration: Temporary. Wage Range: $29.40 to $31.81 Hourly.

This position will begin immediately with an expected end date of February 3, 2026. Support the day-to-day financial operations of the Municipality to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounts payable, purchasing, and encumbrance functions within the municipal financial system, ensuring approvals and budget limits are followed.
• Receive, verify, and process invoices, requisitions, and payments.
• Maintain vendor files and work with vendors to resolve payment issues.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, accounts payable trial balances, and corporate credit cards.
• Prepare and maintain journal entries, monthly statistical reports, financial reconciliations, and variance reporting.
• Generate and distribute monthly financial reports and audit documents as requested.
• Monitor the financial software suite, identify issues, and assist in resolving problems.
• Perform daily cash-outs from the BookKing system.
• Review and reconcile expense claims for accuracy and compliance with policy.
• Provide administrative and front reception support as needed (e.g., issuing business licenses, taking utility payments, or covering breaks, vacations, and absences).
• Disaster payables as needed in emergent situations.
• Take on other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

English Fluency Level required for position: Advanced.

• Secretarial or Business Administration Diploma (and/or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2 years of experience with accounting software, preferably Diamond Municipal Software and Management Reporter.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Excel and Word processing.
• Experience with email and web-based reporting systems.
• Accounts payable and receivable experience considered an asset.
• Equivalencies may be considered on the basis of one year experience for one year of education.
• Candidates with lower qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered at a lower classification and pay.

Application Details

How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format including Job Posting #25.061 outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to Human Resources: [e-mail]

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Documents Required: Resume; Cover Letter.