November 10, 2009:

As of 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2009, we no longer will be accepting resumes for this posting.  The department is currently reviewing all resumes received.  This process can take up to two weeks or longer, depending on the number of applications. 

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Chatham-Kent Utility Services Inc.

Accounting Clerk

(1 permanent full-time position)

(1 temporary contract positions)

NOTE: This position requires a Career Profile and resume (no cover letter is requested).  Please attach the Career Profile to the front of your resume.

Job description:

The Chatham-Kent Utility Services Inc. has an opening for one permanent full-time Accounting Clerk and one temporary contract Accounting Clerk for a period up to four months that will report to Manager of Accounting.

Key Responsibilities and Position Expectations:

·          Strong analytical skills

·          Performs the accounts payable function for Chatham-Kent Energy and its affiliates

·          Analyses and prepares miscellaneous billings, follow up for payment and maintain the sub-ledger

·          Prepares all government remittances, i.e.  Ministry of Finance, Revenue Canada excluding payroll.

·          Liaises with external contacts, i.e. Vendors, customers, Ontario Power Authority

·          Prepares truck time uploads to post to Financial Information Systems

·          Assists in the implementation of a computerized fixed asset tracking system

·          Maintains vehicle fuel costing records

·          Assists in daily bank review when needed

·          Assists in daily operation of job costing /work order system

·          Self starter who works well independently, and within a team environment

·          Effectively communicates verbal/written/email messages in a timely manner to a variety of internal and external customers

·          All aspects of Customer accounts including but not limited to – Billing, Collections, Call Centre, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable

·          Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products

·          Conveys information accurately and consistently

·          Maintains confidentiality of issues and concerns

·          Performs duties in a timely manner

·          Provides exceptional customer service skills

Qualifications:

·          Possess a post-secondary diploma from a Business Administration Program, with two to four years of related experience

·          Customer Service and/or Public Relations courses would be an asset

·          Customer Service experience (i.e. greeting customers, providing service information, receiving payments, handling complaints, etc.)

·          Requires strong inter-personal and communication skills

·          Possess good telephone/customer service skills to respond effectively/tactfully to customers

·          Experience in a computerized office environment

·          Experience working in a unionized environment

·          Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate will be required to furnish an original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) (to be completed by your local police department) prior to commencement of employment

Compensation:

The permanent full-time position has an hourly wage of $15.80, plus benefits as per the I.B.E.W. (Inside Unit) collective agreement. 

Applying:

Candidates interested in the above position are asked to submit a Career Profile (Accounting Clerk) and resume to the address below.  The Career Profile can be found in below.  Please save the Career Profile on your computer in either an MS Word (.doc or .docx) or Adobe (.pdf) format, complete the form, and save.  Please do not include a cover letter.

CAREER PROIFLE:
CareerProfileAccountingClerkEXTpostingOct09.doc
CareerProfileAccountingClerkEXTpostingOct09.pdf

 

Your resume should give detailed information for each 'yes' answer in your Career Profile, as well as where you gained the experience.  Your resume should list each employer, the job titles under each employer, and a summary of the job duties/skills/experiences you gained compared to the responsibilities and qualifications listed in the job ad.

If submitting electronically, please include the municipal job title and municipal job number in your subject line, and include your name and phone number in the body of your e-mail.  If submitting a Career Profile application form and resume via e-mail, please submit your documents in a MS Word (.doc or docx) or Adobe (.pdf) attachment.  Please do not paste the application form into your email. 

Applications must be received before 4:30 p.m., Monday, November 9, 2009:

Chatham-Kent Utility Services

320 Queen St, PO Box 70

Chatham ON N7M 5K2

Attention:  Jana Rhodes

Fax:  519.436.3237

Email: Ckresume@chatham-kent.ca

Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.  We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer.