Junior Clerk (Finance)

About the Opportunity

Join the City of Windsor, a vibrant community nestled along the Detroit River in Southwestern Ontario, known for its diverse economy, cultural vibrancy, and picturesque waterfront. The City fosters an environment that celebrates organizational excellence and community impact while supporting employees’ professional growth with comprehensive benefits.

Role Overview

The Junior Clerk (Finance) will function within the Human & Health Services department, contributing to financial operations by managing accounts receivable processes, cash handling, and general administrative support. This temporary full-time position reports to the Manager of Administration or a designated representative and is unionized under C.U.P.E. Local 543.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage clerical tasks associated with accounts receivable processing for Human and Health Services.
• Verify financial and related information for accuracy.
• Process a variety of revenue streams including cash, cheques, and electronic payments.
• Administer daily banking activities such as maintaining a Petty Cash Float and processing Debit machine transactions.
• Organize and sort data efficiently.
• Perform general office work such as typing, filing, and answering phone calls.
• Engage with the public and coworkers courteously and professionally.
• Carry out Occupational Health & Safety responsibilities as prescribed by the municipality’s health and safety program.
• Conduct additional related duties as needed.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma with at least one year of post-secondary education in Accounting or an equivalent as per Ontario Ministry of Education equivalencies.
• More than one year of experience in a computerized office environment utilizing Microsoft Office products alongside experience in a finance-related setting.
• Typing proficiency with a minimum speed of 40 words per minute.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financial System, SAMS, and Amanda software is a considerable advantage.
• Strong mathematical skills are essential for accurate financial processing.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role is primarily sedentary in nature, requiring sustained periods of sitting with minimal physical exertion.

Additional Information

• This position is temporary full-time, with a 35-hour work week and no shift work.
• The hourly wage ranges from $27.94 to $32.91.
• One vacancy is available for this role.
• Work location is onsite in Windsor, Ontario.
• The City of Windsor embraces equal opportunity employment and encourages diversity reflecting the community it serves.
• Applicants will be supported with accommodations throughout the recruitment process as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
• The workplace is smoke-free and scent-safe.
• Personal information collected during hiring will be used in accordance with the Municipal Act for employment eligibility determinations.