Senior Accounting Clerk (Clerk 4)

Competition # : 44405

Department: Service Nova Scotia

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: ​08-Nov-24 ​ (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Service Nova Scotia supports the public sector as it delivers programs and services that Nova Scotians rely on. We deliver services to government and beyond by processing a million financial transactions each year, auditing government operations, optimizing information and technology, managing major purchases for the public sector and helping public bodies administer the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP) Act and the Records Act.

We are well-positioned to meet our goals so that other departments can focus on delivering important programs for Nova Scotians.

About Our Opportunity

The Financial Service Delivery Branch/Operational Accounting has an opening that will provide the opportunity to apply your excellent financial expertise and client service in a setting that offers challenges, values, collaborative teamwork and innovative thinking. Reporting to the Coordinator, Operational Accounting, you are responsible for overseeing the complete end to end processing of accounts payable transactions, both manual and electronic, for all Provincial vendors.

In addition, you provide subject matter expertise and guidance to accounts payable staff for system issues and policy questions, as well as assistance with complex transactions and escalating customer situations. You are also responsible for training new staff and facilitating information sessions on accounts payable processes. You assist the accounting clerks during absences or times of increased volumes.

Qualifications and Experience

To fulfill the expectations of this role, you have 5 years of related experience in a financial administration environment; or an acceptable equivalent of training and related experience. A post-secondary degree with a focus in accounting/finance or actively working towards a professional accounting designation would be considered assets.

Proficiency in SAP Accounts Payable is essential. You have a demonstrated ability to analyze and reconcile accounts and determine causes of variances. You also have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and good judgement to identify sensitive and/or urgent issues that require special handling. In addition, you have an ability to research, compile and evaluate information in a timely manner. An ability to work in a consultative manner with internal and external clients is also required.

Proficiency in the use of PC computer systems, database systems, internet-based applications, spreadsheets, and word-processing packages is essential. You are capable of effectively managing multiple projects in a high volume, team-oriented environment with a customer service focus. Attention to detail is very important.

A working knowledge and/or training in SAP Accounts Receivable, HR/Payroll, General Ledger, and Procurement would be assets. A working knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply government policies and procedures would also be considered an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: CL 22

Salary Range: $1,934.21 - $2,139.34 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].