Job Description

Competition number:

23-133

Salary:

$52,719.00 - $57,958.00/Year

Job Type:

Temporary Full Time

Closing Date:

December 11, 2023

Position Overview:

The City of Saint John is currently accepting resumes for the position of Finance Clerk in the Finance Department. This position is responsible for maintaining records for Water and Sewerage customers on metered and flat rate accounts. Responsibilities also include acting as backup for the cashier role, preparing and issuing invoices and collecting for various civic departments. The incumbent will respond to all inquiries regarding outstanding accounts, negotiate alternative payment plans and notify clients of pending water disconnection.

Essential Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a diploma in Business Administration with a focus in Accounting. The City of Saint John is committed to offering service in both official languages, therefore a proficiency in French at a level of intermediate (2) as determined by the Province of New Brunswick oral proficiency rating scale is considered a strong asset.

The successful applicant will be eligible to work a compressed work week of 4 days (Monday to Thursday) throughout the trial period of the City\'s recently adopted Compressed Work Week Trial. This schedule is subject to change.

Please note: It is a condition of employment with the City of Saint John to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid certificate of medical exemption from vaccination. Those who provide a valid certificate of medical exemption are required to comply with the City\'s Vaccine and Test Policy. Failure to comply with this condition of employment is cause for termination.

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 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
www.saintjohn.ca (careers/employment opportunities)

Saint John