Accounting Clerk 1

This position works in the Accounting organizational unit. This is accounting work of some complexity and clerical work of considerable variety in processing and maintaining accounting and financial records. An incumbent of this class processes accounts payable and receivable transactions, performs invoice analysis through reconciliation of vendor statements and discrepancies, ensures the accuracy of account and tax coding applications, and maintains a variety of departmental files. The incumbent follows well defined processes and procedures and exercises considerable independence of judgement on resolving issues and reconciling various accounts, while errors may result in financial losses to the organization. The more unusual or difficult problems are referred to a supervisor, who reviews work for accuracy and conformance to established accounting practices and procedures. Performs related work as required. Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 supplemented by accounting and tax courses, plus sound related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sound knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to the work; and of modern office practices and procedures. Working knowledge of accounting methods and procedures, including journals, ledgers, trial balance, and of tax applications on accounting transactions. Ability to understand and carry out established accounting procedures; to process financial information and make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy and control and balance accounts and ledgers; to maintain sustained attention to detail with high degree of accuracy; deal effectively with vendors, staff and the public and provide information and assistance as requested. Skill in the use of various financial software applications related to the work is an asset (ERP Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.). Please apply online by August 24, 2026. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

The incumbent processes accounts payable and receivable transactions while performing invoice analysis and reconciliation. They also ensure the accuracy of account and tax coding while maintaining departmental financial records.

Candidates must have completed Grade 12 supplemented by accounting and tax courses, along with sound related experience. Proficiency in financial software and strong attention to detail are required to manage accounting procedures effectively.

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• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Invoice analysis
• Reconciliation
• Account coding
• Tax coding
• Financial record keeping
• ERP software
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Arithmetic calculations
• Ledger maintenance
• Trial balance
• Office practices
• Attention to detail
• Accounts Payable Processing
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Accounting Methods
• Arithmetic
• Clerical Works
• Financial Statements
• Financial Software
• Invoicing
• Journals
• Ledgers (Accounting)
• Trial Balance
• Detail Oriented

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Accounting Clerk
• Accounting and Bookkeeping Clerks
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine