Finance Clerk

Posted on: Jul 28, 2026
Posted by: M.D. of Bonnyville

Summary

The Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 invites applications for the position of Temporary Finance Clerk. The successful candidate is responsible for assisting the finance department in the areas of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and utilities. (14-month term)

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

  • Operate and maintain the computerized Accounts Payable software system.
  • Distribute vendor invoices and utility bills to departments for authorization.
  • Verify and/or provide GL code for processing.
  • Ensure all accounts payable invoices are accompanied by an authorized purchase order or signature prior to disbursement.
  • Review accounts payable data entry reports from other departments for accuracy.
  • Process name and address changes pertaining specifically to accounts payable vendor accounts.
  • Process accounts payable invoices and prepare payment.
  • File invoices after submission to Council.
  • Reconcile monthly vendor statements.

Utilities                      

  • Customer support regarding utility inquiries.
  • Operate and maintain the computerized Utility software system.
  • Process monthly billings for sewer, waste collection, and bulk water.
  • Process work orders connecting and disconnecting utility services for residents.
  • Process name, address, and meter read changes pertaining to utility customer accounts.
  • Transmit and receive meter reading files.
  • Report to Waste Services on landfill card applications for Cold Lake and Ardmore
  • Balance the utility sub ledger and meter deposits to GL.
  • Reconcile utility month end.
  • Report Moose Lake usage to the Town of Bonnyville.

Accounts Receivable

  • Maintain the municipality’s accounts receivable system.
  • Enter all receivables on the accounts receivable system.
  • Process weekly invoices.
  • Providing the Manager of Finance Services with a monthly outstanding general accounts receivable report by department with a reconciliation to the General Ledger.

Other Duties

  • Provide data entry functions for other accounting functions as required.
  • Perform other related duties within the scope of the position.

Requirements

  • Office assistant or business administration diploma or other applicable post-secondary education with a minimum of two years’ experience in this field or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of month-end reconciliation processes, including account analysis, variance identification, supporting documentation, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
  • The ability to work on tasks independently or in a team environment.
  • Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel).
  • Experience with Microsoft GP Dynamics or Diamond Software is a definite asset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
  • Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, and teambuilding skills required.
  • Ability to handle public inquiries or concerns as required.
  • Provide a Driver’s Abstract if required.
  • Criminal Record Check with satisfactory results.

Job Type

Full Time Term

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

Starting at $28.18/HR

Closing Date

No closing date mentioned.
Posting ID: 39489