Accounting Clerk

Terrace Bay is a picturesque Northwestern Ontario Township within the District of Thunder Bay. The community borders pristine boreal forest to the east, west and north and the world’s largest source of fresh water, Lake Superior, to the south. Terrace Bay is a full-service community, home to 1528 residents and offers an excellent quality of life thanks to its beautiful vistas, diverse recreation, and affordable lifestyle. The nearest communities to the Township are Schreiber (14km west) and Marathon (82km east). The closest metropolitan areas to Terrace Bay are Thunder Bay (219km west) and Sault Ste Marie (481km east). The Township prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are welcomed, and professional growth is encouraged.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Treasurer/Deputy Clerk, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for processing tax and water billing, payroll and assisting with various accounting tasks. The Accounting Clerk must be a meticulous and detail-oriented individual with superior organizational, customer service and time management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer the tax and water billing processes.
• Payroll processing and related documentation.
• Prepare and reconcile bank statements.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documents.
• Perform data entry and administrative duties as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary education in accounting or related field preferred.
• Proven experience as an Accounting Clerk or similar role.
• Previous experience with payroll and/or municipal taxation is an asset
• Familiarity with basic accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Why Join Us:

• $22.15 per hour increasing to $31.66 after one year
• OMERS pension and competitive benefits package
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Chance to contribute to the success and growth of The Township of Terrace Bay

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to Dan Mulligan Treasurer/Deputy Clerk no later then Thursday October 3rd at 15:00 EDT by mail or email

Dan Mulligan
Treasurer/Deputy Clerk
PO Box 40
Terrace Bay, ON
P0T 2W0

OR

treasurer@terracebay.ca

The Township of Terrace Bay is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.