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Business Services Assistant, Finance and Revenue

Job ID:
214126
Organization:
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Division:
Fort William Historical Park/Business and Enterprise Services
City:
Thunder Bay
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary assignment/contract up to 18 months with possibility of extension
Job code:
08OAD - Office Administration 08
Salary:
$26.92 - $31.31 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $26.92 to $31.31 per hour in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions. The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

A unique environment, a fun team, and a job that makes a difference - does this sound like something you want to be a part of?

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport is looking for a well-organized individual to provide accounting support and administrative services to the staff of Fort William Historical Park (FWHP).

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We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

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About the job

In this role, you will:

• ensure accurate processing of all accounts payable and receivable transactions
• design and maintain a variety of detailed and complex financial documents and statistical reports
• identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies for clients and program staff
• develop and maintain a revenue database, reconciling daily admissions, revenue, bank deposits and outstanding accounts
• provide written responses on a daily basis to suppliers on issues-related payments
• assist with the preparation of budget estimates and forecasts
• maintain and report on departmental budgets
• provide administrative support as needed

What you bring to the team


Technical Knowledge

• You have knowledge of administrative and accounting principles and practices, financial procedures and policies.
• You have knowledge of banking processes related to revenue processing.
• You have knowledge of computer applications, financial administration systems, and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and graphics software.
• You have knowledge of procurement processes and procedures.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• You have analytical skills and attention to detail to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy of records.
• You demonstrate good judgment and problem solving skills to respond to a range of concerns and recommend options.
• You have strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines within established timelines.
• You have effective mathematical and evaluative skills to calculate, process and ensure the accuracy of accounts payable/receivable and budgets, and to prepare financial/statistical reports.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You have strong communication skills to prepare documents and explain procedures.
• You have proven customer service skills and can deal effectively with all levels of staff and clients with tact and diplomacy.

Additional information:

Apply by:
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
  • 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 1350 King Rd, Thunder Bay, North Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Administrative and Support Services
Posted on:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Note:

  • E-TM-214126/24


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