Finance Clerk

To support growth in the community, the Town of Lincoln is looking to hire a Finance Clerk. The Town of Lincoln, located in the beautiful Niagara Region, offers a unique environment that encompasses Lake Ontario, the Bruce Trail and Niagara Escarpment and is situated between Hamilton and St. Catharines. Steeped in a rich history and home to one of the fastest growing municipalities, Lincoln is a place to grow, a place to prosper and a place to belong.

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Finance Clerk is a key ambassador that handles customer inquiries promptly and professionally in addition to the processing and balancing of all cash receipts, including payments at the counter, in the mail and online. Key responsibilities are shared between multiple Finance Clerks who collaborate to ensure accuracy and completeness of billing, collection and payment processes.

The successful candidate must possess the following:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum one (1) year relevant experience in cash handling, office administration or customer service
• Experience with billing and collections would be considered an asset.
• Excellent customer service skills, creating a positive experience when interacting with customers with patience, empathy, and technical knowledge.
• Proven ability to communicate successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in reconciliations and account balancing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exhibit professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to work well independently within a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with regular interruptions.
• Highly organized with exceptional time management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience in a municipal environment would be considered an asset.

This is a C.U.P.E. position with an hourly wage of $30.29 based on a 35-hour work week. In addition to a dynamic and fast-paced team environment, we offer an excellent benefit package and pension plan.

Qualified candidates are requested to forward their resume by Sunday, March 10th, 2024.

To apply please use one of the following options:

• Via our: online application form
• Email: resume@lincoln.ca noting the position in the subject line

This job description is available in alternative formats, or accessible communication support, upon request.

We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The information gathered is in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only for candidate selection.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.29 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Cash handling: 1 year (preferred)
• Account reconciliation: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Beamsville, ON L3J 1L3 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-10