Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Clerk I performs a variety of accounting functions.

Duties and Responsibilities
The following list of duties and responsibilities provides a general overview for the Accounting Clerk 1 position:
Prepares daily cash reconciliations, batch posting and cash deposits;
Coordinates all EFT transactions received by the municipality;
Provides backup support for the Cashier/Clerk duties as required;
Coordinates all Accounts Receivable activities,
Prepares monthly reconciliations of both GL and sub-systems as assigned;
Provides support to the Accounting Clerk II (A/P and Payroll);
Provide excellent internal and external customer service including handling of inquiries, complaints, and providing information as required;
Performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications
Minimum grade 12 education, plus 2 years of recognized accounting program (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA) training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related position;
Knowledge and experience of basic accounting principles and procedures with accounting systems, bookkeeping principles, spreadsheets, and related programs;
Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel);
High attention to detail;
Good organizational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritize effectively;
Strong customer service skills;
Some secretarial / clerical abilities and skills;
Holds a valid BC driver’s license.
A detailed job description is available at www.viewroyal.ca.

Applicants should submit a detailed résumé, including cover letter and references, which reflects their knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position, no later than 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 22, 2017 to:

Human Resources Competition 2017-02
Attn: Michael Dillabaugh, CPA, CA Town of View Royal
45 View Royal Avenue
Victoria, BC V9B 1A6
Email: hr@viewroyal.ca

Candidates being considered may be required to undergo an evaluation of skills, qualifications and abilities. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.