Financial Operations Accounting Clerk

Financial Operations Accounting Clerk - (65379)

Government of Yukon - Finance - Operations

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

14 May 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR09

$68,518.00 - $79,255.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit  .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting will be used to fill 1 temporary full-time position working 75-hours bi-weekly, with anticipatory of future full-time permanent opportunities

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

As the responsible stewards of public funds, the Department of Finance partners to ensure value for money in the delivery of programs and services for Yukoners. The Department of Finance serves as the territory’s statistical body and develops the territorial budget, corresponding supplementary budgets and Public Accounts for the territory. It is also responsible for negotiating, coordinating and representing Yukon on inter-governmental financial matters with other jurisdictions.

In its capacity as a central agency, the department works with all areas of government in the creation of their annual departmental budgets and in processing operational accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.

The Financial Operations Unit with the Department of Finance is looking for motivated, detail-oriented people to join our team of professionals. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where multiple priorities and frequent interruptions are the norm, we would like to hear from you!

The Financial Operations Accounting Clerk is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the vendor and customer systems, creating cash receipts, assists internal and external clients by providing information on payments, assists departments in resolving outstanding invoices, performing all payment functions, and is responsible for the daily balancing and monthly reconciliations of the accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers.

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education. Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume. When you list your work experience, include the month and year you started and ended a job.

This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on

• Coursework in Office Administration, Business Administration, Accounting or related field
• Experience with accounting functions in a computerized setting such as SAGE, Quick Books or FMIS
• Experience administering financial policies, procedures, and guidelines preferably in a government setting
• Experience with financial reconciliations

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Modelling Interpersonal Skills & Personal Responsibility
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

Conditions of employment: security clearance

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:
Dom Pehar Supervisor, Financial Operations at

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact:
Melissa Wood, Human Resources Consultant I at