Financial Clerk (Clerk 3) - Jobs in Port Hawkesbury, NS

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Department: Community ServicesLocation: PORT HAWKESBURYType of Employment: TemporaryUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 11/1/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsAt the Department of Community Services (DCS), we are a large and diverse department providing a broad portfolio of programs and services including Child Youth and Family Support (CYFS), Employment Support (ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support (DSP).Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure. We work collaboratively across the province with a strong dedicated network of supports and staff, to achieve desired and shared outcomes for all.About Our OpportunityThe Financial Clerk is a key team player on our Financial and Administration team. In this role, you are responsible for processing supplier payments in a timely and efficient manner and providing administrative support.Your work is performed in a fast paced, highly sensitive, confidential environment.Primary AccountabilitiesAs the Financial Clerk, a few of your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing and verifying balances and payments related to vendors for program areas
• Analyzing invoices and maintaining an accurate filing system for all vendor billing.
• Tracking and organizing various data in our database, SAP, and spreadsheets.
• Collaborating with staff to address discrepancies and errors.
• Preparing monthly reports.
• Performing deposits and handling cash.
• Organizing filing, office inventory, typing various correspondence and maintaining and accurate bring-forward system.

You may assist the Coordinator in supporting the development of program, management and statistical (financial and operational) reports, and other administrative duties.Qualifications and ExperienceYou will have a minimum of four (4) years of related experience with accounting and financial coordination.You must be attentive to detail, highly meticulous and proficient with spreadsheets, and report writing. Experience with financial/ accounting/ bookkeeping principles and practices is necessary including knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Client service skills, along with effective organizational and communication skills (verbal and written) are essential to your success.You must be organized and detail oriented; with demonstrated ability to use a variety of computer applications. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook is critical to your success as you work with multiple spreadsheets and database systems, including data entry. You must be proficient in the use of office equipment and technology (printers, laptops, laptop accessories, monitors, etc.).Assets include a familiarity with ICM (or other case management systems), SAP (or equivalent) and a general working knowledge of services offered by the Department and other community agencies.We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of relevant training and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies include, but are not limited to:

• A completed related bachelors degree
• A completed related diploma and two (2) years of experience

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.Working ConditionsWork is performed primarily in an open office environment. This role requires repetitive tasks on regular basis; good hand dexterity for continual phone and computer use is beneficial. This role also requires a high level of visual and mental concentration. You may occasionally be required to move/lift light objects such as office supplies, equipment, and files. You will have daily contact with the public, various Government Departments as well as other local Agencies and Institutions. Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.Additional InformationThis is a Temporary opportunity with anticipated end date of February 15, 2023. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: CL 18Salary Range: $1,626.82 - $1,820.19 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link: Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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