Accounts Payable File Clerk - Finance - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Req ID: 119346Location: Western Zone, Chipman Building, Kentville NSCompany: NSHADepartment: FI Accounts Payable & BankingType of Employment: Hourly PT long-assignment (50% FTE) x 1 position(s)Union Status: NSGEUPosting Closing Date: 6-Oct-21Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable, the Accounts Payable File Clerk is responsible for carrying out assigned functional office administration and maintaining the integrity of information within the accounting subsystem in Accounts Payable. The Accounts Payable File Clerk responds to and serves as a first point of contact for customers and vendors.The Accounts Payable File Clerk ensures that the principles and practices that guide the Nova Scotia Health Authority such as the vision, mission, values, strategic directions, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the support that is provided by the work that they do and through the messages they deliver.Qualifications

• Grade 12 and either graduate of a one year Office Administration or Accounting program with an emphasis in Office

Administration or Accounting OR minimum one (1) year recent and related experience in Office Administration or a computerized Accounting environment (both preferred)

• Computer literate and proficient in using MS Office (Word, Outlook and Excel) and willingness to learn new programs
• Ability to use general office equipment (faxing, scanning, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, with continual interruptions, while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to

detail in a fast paced large organization

• Knowledge of Office Administration or Accounting
• Demonstrated accountability
• Demonstrated judgment and decision making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Demonstrated communication and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Demonstrated planning, organization and time management skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened on the above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Applicants will not be considered for an interview if applicants are incomplete or missing information.Hours of Work

• Long-assignment, part-time 50% position; 35 hours bi-weekly
• Approximate start date of October 07, 2021 and an expected end date of April 22, 2022 (Approx. 6.5 months)
• Dates are subject to change

Salary Information$17.9074 - $19.3699 hourlyThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit - NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.Quick Apply

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