Finance - General Accounting Agent

Core Functions

The General Accounting Agent is responsible for performing the administrative accounting functions.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Open, date, stamp and distribute incoming correspondence. Mail checks and other documents.
• Maintain and operate all printers/scanners/fax machines within Finance dept. Change cartridges and place orders when supply is low.
• Photocopy invoices and other types of information.
• Obtain signatures from signatories for checks and bank transfers.
• Maintain vendor files & file accounting correspondence and payments.
• Analyze statements and request copies of outstanding invoices.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform data entry of accounts payable (verification of suppliers’ invoices, matching with purchase orders, sort, code and preparation of payments to suppliers and correspondence) when needed.
• Process travel claims when requested.
• Pay cell guards on time sheets when requested.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school Diploma.

Experience:

• One year or less of relevant work experience.

Language:

• Fluency in Cree.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Customer-focused and service-oriented.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Proven ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Additional Requirements:

• Typical office setting where there are no unusual physical demands.

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.