Financial Accountant

Job description
Grande Yellowhead Public School Division is accepting applications for the following:

Position: Financial Accountant - Temporary

This opportunity will remain open until suitable candidate is found.

Location: This position is available at the Education Services Centre in Edson, AB

Term: Immediately until January 18, 2026 or the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs sooner

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week , 12 months per year (as per the CUPE Collective Agreement)

Reports To: Works under the direction and supervision of the Director Financial Services

Summary

This position is responsible for accounting tasks directly related to the proper recording of divisional transactions.

DUTIES
• Duties of this position are to include but are not limited to:
• Knowledge of payroll procedures and completing the reconciliation of liabilities resulting from payroll operations.
• May include the management of the Accounts Receivable sub-system.
• May include the management of the Cash Receipts sub-system and bank deposits.
• May assist the Director with reconciliation of enrollment data related to funding.
• Reconciliation of General Ledger accounts; including but not limited to assets and liabilities.
• Preparation of journal entries related to the reconciliation of General Ledger accounts.
• Conduct audits of School Generated Funds
• Assist the Director with the development and implementation of accounting procedures for School Generated Funds.
• Preparation of quarterly GST returns.
• Preparation of Revenue Canada annual charity returns for GYPSD registered charities.
• Accounting, reporting and budgeting functions related to educational programs that are partnered with Health Authorities or other organizations.
• Assist the Director with the preparation of the Audited Financial Statement and related supporting schedules.
• Provides support within the accounting department when required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director Financial Services.

Qualifications
• Completion of a recognized accounting certificate program
• Previous related work experience.
• High degree of knowledge of accounting principles and their application.
• Excellent computer skills, with transferability to different accounting systems and program
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with tact and discretion, both orally and in writing
• Must be self-motivated, self-directed with the ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and as a team player.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Physical ability to perform required duties.

In accordance with Board Policy the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:
• Criminal Record Check Certificate
• Child Welfare Record Check

Please Submit The Following
• A cover letter and resume
• The resume must highlight professional qualifications, relevant training and experience
• Please include a list of three references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public School Division to contact any or all references.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Canada
Alberta
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