Advertisement Number: 43011

Salary(s):  AK2 $54,205.00 - $63,813.00 per year

Closing Date: August 25, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Victim Services Branch, Department of Justice is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of  Accounting clerk, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The Manitoba government is recognized as one of the top employers within the province and provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for its employees which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care,vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity and parental leave, family related leave and adefined pension plan. The Manitoba government is also committed to supporting the development of its employees through training and career development opportunities.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application screening form, resume and cover letter. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Completion of a Business Administration and/or Accounting Diploma or Certificate. A combination of related education, training and experience may be considered
• Experience performing accounting transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, creating financial reports and/or maintaining financial records
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and effectively manage deadlines
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Strong problem solving skills, good use of judgement 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), keyboarding and data entry skills
• Effective written communication skills with experience drafting and editing correspondence or other communications
• Effective verbal communication skills to clearly and professionally communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, policies and/or procedures

Desired:

• Experience with the government accounting program SAP, Quickbooks or GenTax including the financial, timekeeping and procurement modules
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice system and its components

Duties:

The Accounting Clerk dual reports to the financial analyst and the manager of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Program. Under the general supervision of the financial analyst and the manager of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Program, the incumbent is responsible for the overall financial administration of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Program (CVCP), Victim Witness Account,  Victim Travel Fund, and Grant/CSA’s. In conjunction with the financial analyst, track and balance Grants/CSAs related costs/spending on a monthly basis and report as necessary.

To be considered for this competition, candidates must: Provide a application screening form, resume and cover letter. E-mail the completed application screening form in the "Apply to" section; and Quote the advertisement and Position Title in the subject line of the email.

Only candidates who complete the above steps and who satisfactorily meet the requirements will be invited for further assessment.
 

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To be considered for this competition, candidates must: Provide a resume and application screening form. E-mail the completed ApplicationScreening Form in the "Apply to" section; and Quote the advertisement and Position Title in the subject line of the email.

Only candidates who complete the above steps and who satisfactorily meet the requirements will be invited for further assessment.