Temporary Accounting Supervisor 9
City of Saint John
St. John's
Job Description
Competition Number26-023
Salary
$83, $91,646.00/Year
Job Type
Temporary Full Time
Closing Date
March 13, 2026
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Position Overview
Ensure that the City of Saint John's financial controls are implemented in a manner that reflects the City's mission, vision, values and strategic direction by providing leadership, guidance and direction to staff with regard to proper financial administration practices. This role will require a hands on approach in which the incumbent will demonstrate leadership and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
Meet the Finance Department operational standards by implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying system improvements, including but not limited to Supervising Accounts Payables. Accounts Receivables, Treasury and Accounting staff.
Meet Finance department standards by monitoring accounts, identifying variances, preforming account reconciliations; implementing corrective actions.
Collection of accounts by ensuring customers are contacted; investigate circumstances of non-payment; negotiation and resolving conflicts; expediting payment.
Ensure accurate, timely and valid payments to suppliers.
Accomplish human resource objectives by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and communicating job expectations, adhering to policies and procedures, and performance for staff.
Maintain financial security by adhering to internal accounting controls.
Maintain accounting ledgers by ensuring accounts transactions are posted monthly.
Oversee data flow and the processes between the accounting system and accounting sub ledgers.
Protect the organization by keeping information confidential.
Support annual audit by performing annual audit requirements, providing information and answers to auditors.
Assist with month end and year end close processes.
Provide back up support for other areas in the Finance department.
Support the organization on special projects, initiatives and continuous improvement objectives.
Assist with day-to-day tasks as required to ensure the financial goals of the organization and management are met. The list of key responsibilities is representative and not a complete and detailed list.
Experience
Essential Qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a supervisory role
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in an accounting role and customer service
Education
A university degree with a major or concentration in Accounting from a recognized institution, or equivalent program or have obtained all the required courses to meet that certification.
Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Products and Navline related applications
Excellent organizational, high prioritization skills
Technical knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Great attention to detail to carryout the task at hand thoroughly and with accuracy
The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.
Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:
City of Saint John
Attn: Hiring Committee
(careers)
Only those applicants being considered further will be contacted.
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