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Accounting - Finance
Accounting Clerk|Salary Grade $32.08 - $37.74 Union CUPE 5820.01
Accounting - Finance
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County of Simcoe|Salary Grade $32.08 - $37.74 Union CUPE 5820.01
Job Description
Requisition Title
Accounting Clerk
Close Date
10 July 2026
Contract Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Midhurst, ON L9X 1N6 CA (Primary)
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for financial record keeping. This includes creating & posting expenditures, receipts and general entries to facilitate the reporting of departmental financial results. This position is required to reconcile the general ledger and various reports to ensure accuracy utilizing the appropriate accounting standards and practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)
1. Prepare and enter accounting entries and data including revenues, disbursements, allocations, and general financial transactions utilizing financial software and spreadsheets.
2. Perform assigned reconciliations.
3. Prepare, file, and store data for reporting requirements.
4. Provide information regarding budget and/or forecast development for assigned areas. This will include analysis of historical financial information and review of actual results as required.
5. Identification and implementation of effective operation of accounting processes and procedures as required
6. Identify areas for improvement in policies and procedures.
7. Provide financial information to staff members as required.
8. Participate in committees as required.
9. Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
10. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
11. Perform other duties as assigned, including redeployment in emergency situations.
CORPORATE COMPETENCIES
Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:
Acts with the Customer in Mind
Ensures Accountability
Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
Collaborates
Communicates with Impact
Is Resilient
EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION
Completion of a two (2) year diploma in Accounting, Business or equivalent. This position may be considered for an educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Financial software usage.
Intermediate Excel, Reporting and Microsoft Office skills.
Time management, organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment toward collaborative solutions.
Ability to work independently within stated objectives.
Effective communication skills.
Valid G class drivers license and access to reliable vehicle.
Criminal records check that is less than 6 months old at time of hire.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a comprehensive financial position.
EFFORT
Visual and mental effort required when working on reconciliations or doing data analysis.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Regular office environment.
Ability to work remotely if required.
#COSIND
Salary Grade
$32.08 - $37.74
Union
CUPE 5820.01
The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
Accounting Clerk
Close Date
10 July 2026
Contract Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Midhurst, ON L9X 1N6 CA (Primary)
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for financial record keeping. This includes creating & posting expenditures, receipts and general entries to facilitate the reporting of departmental financial results. This position is required to reconcile the general ledger and various reports to ensure accuracy utilizing the appropriate accounting standards and practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)
1. Prepare and enter accounting entries and data including revenues, disbursements, allocations, and general financial transactions utilizing financial software and spreadsheets.
2. Perform assigned reconciliations.
3. Prepare, file, and store data for reporting requirements.
4. Provide information regarding budget and/or forecast development for assigned areas. This will include analysis of historical financial information and review of actual results as required.
5. Identification and implementation of effective operation of accounting processes and procedures as required
6. Identify areas for improvement in policies and procedures.
7. Provide financial information to staff members as required.
8. Participate in committees as required.
9. Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
10. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
11. Perform other duties as assigned, including redeployment in emergency situations.
CORPORATE COMPETENCIES
Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:
Acts with the Customer in Mind
Ensures Accountability
Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
Collaborates
Communicates with Impact
Is Resilient
EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION
Completion of a two (2) year diploma in Accounting, Business or equivalent. This position may be considered for an educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Financial software usage.
Intermediate Excel, Reporting and Microsoft Office skills.
Time management, organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment toward collaborative solutions.
Ability to work independently within stated objectives.
Effective communication skills.
Valid G class drivers license and access to reliable vehicle.
Criminal records check that is less than 6 months old at time of hire.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a comprehensive financial position.
EFFORT
Visual and mental effort required when working on reconciliations or doing data analysis.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Regular office environment.
Ability to work remotely if required.
#COSIND
Salary Grade
$32.08 - $37.74
Union
CUPE 5820.01
The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
