Financial Coordinator

  • CompanyMiddlesex London Health Unit
  • Job TypeHealth
  • Required ExperienceOver one year of previous experience in accounting administration, with intermediate accounting skills. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Dynamics/Great Plains.
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Education / CredentialsCompletion of a post-secondary business administration or accounting program of at least 2 years duration (or equivalent 12-month accelerated program). Candidates who have an equivalent level of expertise acquired through related employment experience and on-the-job training or alternative education may be considered in order to support Employment Equity.
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline10/20/2024

Job Description

Perform daily and periodic accounts receivable and accounts payable functions including processing receipts, preparing and paying invoices, performing collections and expense payment activities, processing purchase orders, and preparing bank deposits.Assist in the maintenance and operation of the corporate purchasing card program.Prepare accounts payable and receivable batches (input) for authorization and posting.Review and prepare mileage batches and prepare payment for mileage monthly.Process and maintain reconciliation of employee parking cards monthly.Prepare reports, summarize data, maintain record keeping and procedure documents for the position.Prepare and enter journal entries for bank entries and other related accounting entries.Conduct account reconciliations.Provide payroll support such as reviewing timesheets and other duties .Contribute to a positive work environment, work collaboratively with others, recognize the strengths and contributions of others, and establish positive and constructive internal and external working relationships.Contribute to the team and organizational capacity by sharing knowledge and expertise, orienting and mentoring students and new staff, and providing operational coverage during colleagues’ absences.Engage in culturally humble ways with relevant parties with the goal of addressing social determinants of health and working together to reduce health inequity.Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

Completion of a post-secondary business administration or accounting program of at least 2 years duration (or equivalent 12-month accelerated program). Candidates who have an equivalent level of expertise acquired through related employment experience and on-the-job training or alternative education may be considered in order to support Employment Equity.Over one year of previous experience in accounting administration, with intermediate accounting skills.Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) accounting software is required.Self-motivation with the ability to work independently.Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as advanced written and oral communication skills.Proven experience dealing with confidential financial issues while exercising discretion.Demonstrated speed, accuracy, and attention to detail for data entry and documentation.Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.Intermediate skills with computer applications (e.g. accounting software/databases, word processing, databases, spreadsheets, e-mail) required for the work of the team to perform tasks accurately, effectively, and efficiently.Willing and able to work flexible hours as required.The ability to communicate in French and other languages would be considered an asset.

How to Apply

To apply to this position, please select “Apply Now” and submit a resume and cover letter as a single document by October 20, 2024. Please note: new applicants will need to create an online account to apply.We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Middlesex-London Health Unit; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The Middlesex-London Health Unit is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities including Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Candidates are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter, in a transparent manner, as part of the application process. When a candidate voluntarily discloses such information in their application, the information will be kept confidential. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking community will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.