ADS Level 6 - Data Control/Banking Clerk - Financial Services
$56,165 to $61,696 per annum, as per CUPE 1870
The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is seeking applications from qualified individuals to provide timely and efficient accounting and financial analysis support to the UPEI Data Control/Banking unit. Data Control/Banking is one of five units that comprise the UPEI Financial Services Office. This unit plays an integral role in supporting the financial administration and cash management of the University. This position will report to the Financial Services Manager.
The University of Prince Edward Island offers a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including paid vacation, University holidays, defined benefit pension plan, group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance, employee and family assistance plan, supplemental health and dental plan, health spending account, travel insurance, optional life and critical care insurance, self, spousal and dependent tuition waivers, and access to the campus Health and Wellness Centre.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Posting of cash sheets, journal entries, internal requisitions, banking payments, account openings and budget changes
- Ensuring the signing authority and access database are updated as required
- Monthly bank reconciliations and month end closing procedures
- Balancing the general ledger and sub ledgers
- Processing of weekly cheque runs; international wire payments and transmission of payroll
- Provide support and guidance to internal and external stakeholders regarding the university’s financial system
- Ensuring internal control processes are followed
- Year-end reconciliations, filing and responding to departmental queries
- Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of a two-year post-secondary program in accounting or office related course work with related work experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination
- Solid knowledge and experience with accounting procedures and functions, specifically in relation to bank reconciliation activities
- Proven record of providing exceptional customer service
- Excellent professional, interpersonal and communication skills
- Detailed knowledge and experience working with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets and database query programs
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Experience with processing payments and cash handling
- Experience working in a University or similar environment is an asset
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
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