Accounting Coordinator (Payroll/Finance) - (2 vacancies)

City of Woodstock • Woodstock, ON

11d • CA$88,058 - CA$104,879 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Coordinator is responsible for maintaining the financial accounting system and other related sub-ledger systems, reconciling accounts, preparing reports, statements, and year end working papers for the City of Woodstock, Woodstock Library, Woodstock Police Services, Woodstock Fire Department, and the Woodstock BIA.

Requirements

• University degree in accounting or business administration, with four (4) to six (6) years related experience.
• Experience with year-end transactions, audit working papers, and supporting schedules.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to liaise with various city departments and suppliers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP, Diamond, ADP Workforce Suite, ADP Workforce Now software considered an asset.
• Understanding of accounting practices and concepts, preferably in a municipal environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the bi-weekly payroll process
• Required to meet all payroll deadlines and financial reporting deadlines
• Provide assistance to the Accounting and Payroll Analyst related to multiple collective agreements
• Knowledge of OMERS, CRA requirements, WSIB & EHT including reporting requirements
• Knowledge of ESA statutory holiday and vacation pay
• Manage various online and counter cash receipts
• Prepare journal entries to ensure accurate financial data
• Support the Accounting Analyst for the maintenance of Reserve and Reserve Fund Information
• Prepare Month End statements and quarterly Council reports
• Participate in and support the City’s budget process
• Assist with year-end reporting including preparation of working papers and year end journal entries, trial balances and others
• Analyze processes to identify and recommend areas of improvement
• Assist with new software implementations
• Act as a resource and provide training to staff on financial systems
• Undertake financial analyses for various activities
• Act as a resource and provides training to staff on the e-timecard system
• Act as backup to the Deputy Treasurer, Accounting Coordinator (A/P & A/R) and Manager of Finance
• Adapt processes and reporting procedures to mandated legislative & policy changes
• Attend Council meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City
• Training opportunities to support you in this role
• A great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level