Accounting Technician in Saskatoon,SK

Open Door Society
Positions: Accounting Technician
Closing Date:  Thursday, March 28th, 2013 at NOON.
Competition # ASU-ACCT03-13

Job Description Summary: Under the direction of the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting assignments including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and payroll processing. Also assists in the preparation of internal and external reporting. This position involves access to and protection of confidential information

**Candidates under consideration will be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, language abilities, and computer testing.

Job Title: Accounting Technician

Classification: Bookkeeper
Salary Range: $17.32 to 21.91 per hour
Job Status: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours/wk)
Start Date: As soon as possible

1. The closing date for applications is Thursday, March 28th, 2013 at NOON.
2. Applicants who have the qualifications are invited to apply in confidence (Quoting the competition number # ASU-ACCT03-13 to:

Lilliana Arroyo Rivera
HR Administrative Assistant
Saskatoon Open Door Society
100-129 3rd Avenue North
Saskatoon, SK S7K 2H4
Fax: (306) 653-7159
E-mail: larroyo@sods.sk.ca

3. This opportunity will be advertised both internally and externally.
4. Please see reverse side for the required knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

·         Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable accounting cycle;

·         Knowledge of payroll processing, applicable federal and provincial payroll legislation and payroll reporting requirements;

·         Proven ability to use computerized accounting software such as ACCPAC is required;

·         Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office;

·         High degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required;

·         Ability to manage priorities, complete work in a timely manner and meet deadlines;

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluent and literate in English; able to read and interpret regulations, guidelines and instructions;

·         Exceptional organizational skills; ability to maintain financial, accounting and payroll records;

·         Ability to work independently and as a member of a team;

·         Good judgment and high degree of integrity; able to maintain confidentiality;

·         Demonstrated ability to follow policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

·         Graduate of a two year post-secondary accounting program with 1 year bookkeeping experience, OR

·         Completion of one year post-secondary accounting training; completion of Introductory Accounting I and II and minimum one year of relevant accounting experience in a computerized environment, OR

·         3 years or more experience in computerized bookkeeping will be considered.

·         Minimum 1 year experience with ACCPAC; or computerized accounting systems.

·          Enrollment in the Canadian Payroll Association certificate program would be considered an asset.

Required Licenses and/or Certificates

·          Canadian Police Information Center (CPIC) certification - no criminal record (includes Vulnerable Sector Search) must be done within last 3 months.