Student (Finance)

Job Summary:

Provide support in the field of Accounting, Payroll and Accounts Payable within the Finance Program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete data entry and verification.
• File documentation in personnel files.
• Assist with Service and Seniority calculations.
• Provide year-to-date information to Human Resources for confirmation of employment.
• Provide hours for past experience letters.
• Assist with mileage reimbursement.
• Assist with data entry for parking deductions.
• Assist with Payroll inquiries email, maintain inbox and distribute emails.
• Print and record Performance Appraisals.
• Assist with designated special project, review and document processes, develop tracking methods, create correspondence and review/develop training opportunities.
• Assist in the improvement of processes within the Finance department.
• Assist and provide support to Finance staff in regards to various projects.
• Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
• Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines. 
• Perform other duties as required.    

Education Required:

• Minimum of completion of one (1) year of an Accounting program from an accredited college or univeristy.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

Experience Required:

• Recent and relevant experience working in a Finance setting is preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with specific knowledge of the Canadian public sector accounting standards.
• Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).
• Demonstrated technical, analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

Language:

• Excellent English both verbal and written

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.