Accounting Technician

Leduc County is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Accounting Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Manager – Financial Services, this exciting opportunity administers and maintains the accounts receivable and inventory processes. Through a solution-oriented approach, the accounting technician is key to the execution of the department’s deliverables.

Key Responsibilities  What you will do   Performs accounts receivable related functions, including new customer setup, preparation of bi-weekly invoices, collections and preparation of ageing reports.
Performs inventory related functions, including setting up gravel stockpiles, gravel data entry and maintenance, reconciliation of gravel inventory and adjustments.  Collaborates with the Road Operations department to collect and verify information.
Prepares reports required for inventory management.

Assists in procurement activities or functions as assigned.
Assists Payroll Administrator with the administration of payroll functions.
Creates various reports for quarterly reporting, budget and year-end.
Provides backup to payroll, cash receipting, front reception, utilities and tax as required.
Researches and carries out special projects, studies and reports as assigned.
Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.
Accountable for working in compliance with the  Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act , Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.
Performs related duties as required.
Requirements  What you need to succeed  Must-have   An accounting diploma and three (3) years of accounting experience.
A service focus with strong verbal and written communication skills are required to gain input, mutual understanding and encourage participation and collaboration in the delivery of programs and services.
Able to contribute effectively in a team environment and provide consistent, friendly, professional customer service to internal and external customers in the face of ongoing change, regular interruptions and the pressure of deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools and other database and spreadsheet applications.
Nice to have   A broad level of skills including accounts receivable, payroll, inventory and procurement.
Familiarity with municipal operations and knowledge of rural communities.

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