Accounting Clerk 2

Accounting Clerk 2

Regular Full-Time

We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-kwuh-tlum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the sq̓əc̓iy̓aɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), and other Coast Salish Peoples.

One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community.  As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre.  We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!

We have an exciting opportunity for a regular full-time Accounting Clerk II to join our team of professionals in the Financial Services division of the Finance, Lands and Police Department. If you thrive in a deadline driven environment, enjoy building strong work relationships, have a keen eye for detail and if you are eager to tackle and solve problems, you are just who we are looking for!  

In this position, your primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: reconciling the accounting information for the City’s asset balances, including cash, investments and accounts receivable, leading the customer invoicing process for all non-standard billing (cost recovery, rent and lease agreements, grants, etc), and coordinating the accounts receivable aging review and collection process. You will also review and assist in the development and implementation of new or revised accounting information procedures.

The ideal candidate will be able to work well in an environment of competing priorities, exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative, and have effective time management and organizational skills, while working collaboratively in a team setting.

Completion of grade 12 plus successful completion of at least two years of post-secondary education in a recognized accounting program are required in addition to a minimum of 3 years related work experience in a professional setting.  Public sector experience will be considered an asset.  An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

The City offers an hourly rate of $29.13 - $34.23 per hour (2022 CUPE rates) and an excellent benefits package. This position is based in Coquitlam with some flexible, hybrid work options available. 

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Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).

Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 31, 2023.

The City of Coquitlam is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.