Senior Finance Clerk I

Family and Children's Services Niagara; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading multi-service agency dedicated to making a positive impact on families and children in Niagara. The Senior Finance Clerk I plays a vital role in managing financial transactions, preparing reports, and supporting audits, ensuring financial integrity within the organization. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in accounting and excellent analytical skills, driving efficiency in financial processes while adhering to ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience using computerized data accounting systems.
• Valid G Driver’s License with a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Process agency's business transactions accurately.
• Analyze and maintain accounting records.
• Assist with audits and prepare working papers.

Skills

Integrity

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Accounting Principles

Computer Literacy

Education

Community College Diploma in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Large Computerized Accounting System

Job description

SENIOR FINANCE CLERK I

Employer: Family and Children’s Services Niagara

Reporting to: Finance

Location: St. Catharines, Ontario

Salary: Competitive salary, benefits package and pension plan

WHO WE ARE:

Family and Children’s Services has been making a positive difference in the lives of children, youth, and families in Niagara for more than a century. As a multiservice agency providing child welfare services, fostering and adoption, counselling, and childcare, the team at FACS Niagara works to keep children safe and families strong.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Senior Finance Clerk I accurately and correctly process and records the agency’s business transactions through the accounting system according to established procedures. He/she assists in the preparation of financial and operating statements, including specialized reports. He/she also provides system support for the computerized data system and may specialize in one area of finance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzes, reconciles, audits, balances and maintains accounting records.
• Investigates, follows-up, reports and participates in developing solutions for discrepancies or other accounting and control matters.
• Performs various analysis and reconciliations of accounts and ledgers.
• Assists with audits (internal and external) and prepares audit working papers.
• Maintains and updates computerized data tables relating to financial codes, rates and budget information.
• Monitors system for errors and problems, research processing problems, and takes appropriate action.
• Liaises and refers complex problems to internal technical support and/or programmer.
• Accurately prepares, records and processes accounting transactions.
• Ensures transactions are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensures allocation to accounts is accurate.
• Ensures all accounting documents are appropriately handled and conform to the Society’s standards with regard to required authorizations, accuracy, completeness and maintenance of supporting documentation.
• Completes various banking activities, reports and reconciliations.
• Maintains cash flow statements and reports anticipated cash needs.
• Generates both internal and external financial statements, reports and other information requests and government forms.
• Exercises appropriate communication.
• Creates and modifies word processed documents, eg. letters/notes, taking minutes at meetings.
• Serves as a resource to staff, foster parents, volunteers and external professionals and service providers in the provision of transactional and related information.
• Ensures the Supervisor is kept apprised of all matters of concern.
• Reports workplace accidents/injuries in accordance with agency policies and procedures and ensures the supervisor is advised of any hazards he/she becomes aware of.
• Exercises appropriate personal and professional behaviour.
• Adheres to professional and ethical standards and abides by applicable legislation, policies and procedures.
• Works in compliance with OH&SA, utilizing protective equipment as necessary, and attends mandatory training as required.
• Actively upholds the principles identified in the Society’s Code of Ethics.
• Identifies individual professional developmental needs to the Supervisor, in order to ensure that performance is maximized.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXPEREINCE AND EDUCATION:

• Community College Diploma in Accounting.
• Two years previously related experience using computerized data accounting system.
• Valid G Driver’s License and access to a reliable motor vehicle with appropriate liability insurance required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Personal integrity and responsibility and a commitment to the goals of Children Welfare and Family & Children’s Services Niagara.
• Knowledge of and the ability to comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• The ability to follow detailed instructions and carry out responsibilities with a minimum of supervision.
• Strong listening, communication and analytical skills.
• Strong initiative.
• Familiarization with using a large, computerized accounting system.
• Working knowledge of standard office equipment. (fax machines, photocopiers, printers, etc.)
• Demonstrated computer literacy. (MS Office, Lotus Notes E-mail)
• The ability to multi-task, function independently and as part of a team.

EFFORTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. May occasionally be required to lift and/or carry up to 10 lbs.
• This work environment may occasionally consist of clients and general public who are difficult to deal with.

Please apply with your cover letter and resume by June 10, 2025 at 4:30 p.m., to [e-mail]

We thank all applicants however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Family and Children’s Services Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive barrier free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process.