accounting clerk

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Accounting Clerk - Term ( 1 Year ) - Full Time - Days

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Employer details Northwood

Job details

Come join the Northwood Team!Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people!Northwood is currently accepting applications for an Accounting Clerk.Reporting to the Coordinator, AccountingMajor Responsibilities:Responsible to verify submitted time from mobile device for payroll processing, internal timesheets, process client invoices and payments, assist with the review and management of accounts, and to maintain accurate record keeping for all financial transactionsTasks:Audits and reviews for employees based on the collective agreements with the Northwood Homecare employees; Compares and batch verifies Mobility data and scheduling in Procura for accuracyMonitors staff travel expenses, top-up expenses, vacation and sick adjustmentsProcesses internal timesheets for office staff in Procura and submits mileage sheetsHelps prepare and distribute invoices, payments and yearly tax letters for multiple departments on monthly and timely basisRuns monthly arrears reports following procedure guidelinesMaintains accurate record keeping for all transactionsActs as a backup for other accounting positions in the organization, displaying knowledge of all aspects of these positionsDemonstrates a high level of confidentiality due to access to client information, employee information, vendor information, and stake holder transactionsProvides excellent customer service in dealing with employee and client billingInvestigates taxi chits monthly and sends letter to HSW Supervisors when employees are abusing the taxi policyMaintains, reconciles and replenishes petty cash for HeadquartersPerforms other duties as requiredThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:Graduate of a recognized business school with a knowledge of accounting, or a minimum of Grade 12Minimum of 2 or more years of recent accounting experience preferredExcellent keyboarding skillsMust be able to work under minimal supervisionCash handling experienceKnowledge/Experience of the following: Customer Service, AccountingAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel) and Accounting SoftwareMust have strong verbal and written communicationAbility to:Pay close attention to detailWork with confidential informationDemonstrate good time management and multitaskAbility to attend work on a regular and consistent basis within Northwood's standardsSalary: As per Northwood ScaleHours/Shifts: 80 hours bi-weeklyStart Date: June 30th 2025 or soonerLocation: Dartmouth, Corporate OfficeTo apply for this position please click APPLY!or visit our Career Page at: www.northwood.careNorthwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.