Financial Reconciliations Technician

FINANCIAL RECONCILATIONS TECHNICIAN ONE POSITION FOR THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT. THIRTY-FIVE HOURS PER WEEK. TWELVE MONTHS PER YEAR.   KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Recent completion of 3rd year of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or recent completion of a three-year diploma in accounting from a post-secondary institution; Minimum grade of C+ on all university level accounting courses; Minimum of one-year related work experience;Previous accounting related office experience and experience with accounting software an asset;Customer service and/or client service experience is considered an asset; Familiarity with Atrieve ERP and KEV School Cash Online software programs an asset;Ability to accurately perform repetitive tasks under minimum supervision; Ability to respect the confidential nature of financial transactions, correspondence and discussions.   SKILLS AND ABILITIES   ·        Strives for Personal Excellence: is mindful, remains calm and responds thoughtfully; takes pride in work; possesses strong attention to detail; takes initiative and proactively plans, prioritizes and organizes work. ·        Practices a Growth Mindset: demonstrates a positive outlook towards learning and is committed to ongoing development to expand skill set; stays current; reflects on self to continually learn and improve; remains positive; demonstrates adaptability and is willing and able to adjust to changes. ·        Thinks Critically and Creatively: a sks questions for better understanding; uses a solution-based approach to analyze relevant facts, evidence and data to determine specific issues and inform ways forward; thinks outside of the box. ·        Effectively Communicates and Collaborates: clearly articulates thoughts and ideas and shares timely and relevant information openly, honestly and respectfully using oral, written and visual formats; a ctively listens and respond appropriately; seeks opportunities to gain input and is open minded to the ideas and point of views of others. ·        Builds Relationships, Fosters Interconnectedness and Cultivates Community: supports a welcoming and safe environment that values and appreciates differences and is reflective of everyone; actively shows courtesy and respect to all, proactively builds healthy and trusting relationships with all; contributes to a positive working environment. ·        Problem Solving/Sound Judgment: analyzes problems systematically, organize information, and identify key factors and options leading to successful outcomes. RESPONSIBILITIES BANK RECONCILIATIONS ·        Review District bank accounts and prepare entries to record revenue and expenditures; ·        Prepare bank transfers between school and District bank accounts; ·        Ensure bank fees and other NSF entries are recorded, reported, and corrected; ·        Prepare the District’s operating and elementary bank reconciliations for approval; ·        Review secondary school bank reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.   OTHER RECONCILIATIONS ·        Prepare and process journal entries; ·        Prepare monthly BMO transaction uploads into Atrieve; ·        Reconcile and prepare monthly GST returns for submission; ·        Prepare a variety of reconciliations and reports using excel, researching accounting discrepancies, determining most appropriate methods to correct discrepancies and preparing corrections.   ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (A/R) ·        Maintain fee schedule and prepare monthly A/R invoices for District rental contracts; ·        Prepare and issue miscellaneous invoices as required; ·        Export and review School Cash Catalogue reports to record monthly revenue transactions; ·        Monthly reconciliation of the A/R sub ledger; ·        Generate monthly aged A/R report and follow up on outstanding balances.   SUPPORT ·        Provide assistance, training, and technical support to users of the District’s financial reporting systems and accounting systems; ·        Create and maintain process documentation; ·        Work with District staff to answer questions and problem-solve to rectify accounting and reporting issues.   OTHER ·        Assist with internal audits as directed; ·        Prepare EFT information forms for vendor direct deposits; ·        Provide support to the Accounts Payable Technician; ·        File BMO reports; ·        Other duties as required. RATE OF PAY AS PER THE COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT. DUTIES TO COMMENCE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.