Job Description

POSTING: DOC26163


Accounting Associate - Accounts Receivable - Band 4 Permanent


LOCATION: Fort McMurray Public School Division Office


HOURS: 6.0 per day


START DATE: November 10, 2025


SALARY: $29.89 - $31.66 + Living Allowance


CLOSING DATE: October 31, 2025


JOB QUALIFICATION:


As per attached job description

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes and other relevant documents will be accepted on our website by clicking employment opportunities and on the "APPLY" tab for the specific posting and follow the application instructions. THIS IS THE PREFERRED METHOD TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS.


If you have any questions regarding this posting you may email hr@fmpsd.ab.ca.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.

FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.


Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.

DIVISION - ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - BAND 4

ROLE SUMMARY

The Accounting Associate reports to the Director of Business and Finance to control cash handling and bank reconciliation for all Division accounts and to maintain the Division's accounts receivable function.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizes computerized accounting software programs and develops automated spreadsheets as required. Prepares and posts all routine journal entries to the general ledger in a timely and accurate manner Generates recurring account receivable invoices and others as directed, statements, and receipts payments, and post receipts, prepares and makes bank deposits. Prepares bank reconciliations for Division office bank accounts. Reviews and post all payments from Alberta Education and reviews school account bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and consistency Enters budget amendment entries as approved. Provides general support to the Accounting Supervisor and Director of Business Services. Other duties assigned, including HR/Finance cross-coverage training plan.

EDUCATION

High school diploma, plus Accounting Certificate/Diploma. 3-5 years experience in a related field is preferred. Other Canadian accredited post-secondary education, and/or past experience and training related to the role, may be considered when base requirements are not met.

SKILLS / ABILITIES

Highly organized, able to set priorities, multi-task, problem solve, use time wisely to meet deadlines. Maintain confidentiality. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in spoken and written English. Computer skills with Excel, CIMS and/or other accounting software, Google and other Division computer software. Competent in administrative and accounting practices

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work in an office setting. Travel for banking and to schools as required Occasional lifting for file storage.

DISCLAIMER

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Updated October 4, 2021