Accounting Clerk, Accounting Services, Regular

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Reporting to the Manager, Accounting Services, the Accounting Clerk is responsible to support the Financial Services department for various accounting processes. This position will prepare and process financial transactions to the general ledger, ensure files are complete and maintain the corporate financial system.

The Accounting Clerk will also liaise with both internal and external customers to provide customer focused service to ensure positive representation of the values of the City of Kingston.

We manage the City’s finances to ensure transparency, accuracy, and long-term sustainability. Our team oversees budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting, providing the resources and analysis that keep City operations running effectively.

• Prepare journals, adjust entries, process accruals for posting into the corporate financial system and conduct follow up
• Prepare and reconcile month and year end working papers for audit, including bank statements
• Reconcile non-sufficient funds cheques
• Conduct final review of year end cash flow adjustments
• Monitor and analyze all General Ledger accounts
• Liaise with internal and external customers for accounting related purposes and documents including deposit summaries and invoices
• Enter invoices, process and distribute payments to vendors
• Process customer invoices, revenue collection and record cash receipts
• Respond to general accounting enquiries
• Additional duties may be assigned as determined by workload of the accounting team

• 2 year diploma in a business discipline or equivalent
• Two (2) years of accounting experience in a computerized environment with experience in the use of integrated financial software and spreadsheet applications
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX or D365 Financial Management Software an asset
• Experience in a municipal/public sector setting an asset
• Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
• Ability to perform well independently and as a team player
• Ability to perform in a fast paced and demanding work environment
• Excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize
• Strong attention to detail with good mathematical skills and a high degree of accuracy
• Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Excel at a basic level (tested)
• Sound understanding of general accounting principles and practices
• Good understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards, regulations and corporate policies and procedures (e.g. Code of Conduct)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education…