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SalaryThe Kativik Regional Government (KRG) is a supra-municipal organization with jurisdiction over the
territory of Québec north of the 55th parallel. The KRG is currently looking for a dynamic and
reliable person to work in the capacity of:
GENERAL ACCOUNTANT
Temporary, maternity leave replacement
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the selected candidate is mainly responsible for:
- Perform all payroll-related duties for KRG employees;
- Stay current with payroll regulations, standards and industry best practices;
- Commit to departmental timelines and priorities;
- Ensure all employees’ inquiries are answered promptly;
- Follow-up on financial information requests;
- Perform all regular tasks related to a complete accounting cycle (bank reconciliations,
- Prepare monthly account analysis;
- Assist in the preparation of year-end income tax forms and assist with the preparation of
- Perform any other duties required by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- College diploma in accounting or finance; equivalent combination of education and
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role in payroll and accounting;
- Knowledge of payroll software as well as a Canadian Payroll Association Certificate will be
- Possess a good and current understanding of payroll and accounting principles and practices;
- Be analytical, attentive to detail and able to work independently;
- Good knowledge of the office suite (Excel: intermediate level);
- Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut,
English and French.
Place of work: Kuujjuaq.
Salary: Minimum: $51,077 annually; maximum: $86,867 annually (class 8).
Benefits: Cost-of-living differential: minimum $8,500 annually;
Food allowance: minimum $3,903 annually;
Annual leave trips: maximum of 3 per person annually;
Simplified retirement plan: 6% employer, 4% employee;
Group insurance;
Vacation: 20 days annually;
Statutory holidays: 20 days, including 10 during the Christmas period.
Please forward your resume before 17:00 on April 15, 2024, to:
Human Resources
Kativik Regional Government
P.O. Box 9
Kuujjuaq QC, J0M 1C0
Fax: 819-964-2975
Email: humanresources@krg.ca
The KRG is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with this and the James Bay and
Northern Québec Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
