Finance Clerk (Clerk 3)

The Government of Nova Scotia•St. John's, NL

1d•CA$48,074 - CA$54,143•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an opportunity to be part of a high profile, collaborative project that supports workforce growth and labour mobility across Canada. As a Finance Clerk (Clerk 3), you will play an important behind the scenes role in ensuring the financial integrity and smooth day to day operations of a multi jurisdictional initiative focused on skilled trades and credential recognition. In this position, you will provide specialized clerical and financial support to the project team, including accurate processing and tracking of project related expenditures. You will work under high level direction from the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) Secretariat and support activities of the International Credential Recognition Working Group (ICRWG), which includes representatives from all provinces and territories. Your work will help ensure that financial processes are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with established procedures, rules, acts, and regulations—contributing directly to a project that reduces barriers for internationally trained skilled trades workers and strengthens Canada’s workforce.

Requirements

High School graduation plus four (4) years of related clerical and/or financial experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Demonstrated experience performing specialized clerical duties related to financial processing, such as accounts payable and/or accounts receivable
Working knowledge of established procedures, policies, rules, acts, and regulations, with the ability to apply them accurately and consistently
Experience maintaining financial and administrative records, verifying documentation, and ensuring completeness and accuracy
Ability to input, track, reconcile, and report on financial information in accordance with prescribed processes
Proficiency with office and financial systems, including data entry and retrieval
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet deadlines in a routine-driven environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills suitable for responding to inquiries and supporting team operations
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while following established direction and procedures

Nice To Haves

Experience in a public sector or regulated environment is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Processing financial transactions related to project activities, including accounts payable and/or accounts receivable, in accordance with established procedures and policies
Maintaining accurate financial records, tracking expenditures, and supporting project expense reporting
Verifying financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable rules, acts, and regulations
Providing clerical and administrative support to the project team, including file maintenance, document preparation, and coordination of financial information
Assisting with monitoring budgets, reconciling transactions, and identifying discrepancies or issues for follow up
Responding to inquiries related to financial processing and providing clear, timely information to internal stakeholders
Supporting the overall objectives of the project, which include improving foreign credential recognition processes and reducing labour mobility barriers for internationally trained skilled trades workers
Working collaboratively within a multi stakeholder, interjurisdictional environment while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail