Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant – Finance Department (Full Time)

Published: May 29, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistance – Finance Department (Full Time)

About Us: The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield is a dynamic and vibrant community renowned for being Neighbours by Nature – A welcoming place for all to live, grow and thrive. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment for both our residents and employees, promoting growth and continuous improvement.

Job Summary: The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our Finance Department. The Finance Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the financial operations of the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position ensures the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and serves as a key member of the Finance team. Exceptional customer service is essential in this role to effectively manage public inquiries and support the Town’s financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for public inquiries.
• Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) Secretary, providing administrative support to the Development Officer.
• Process payments from residents.
• Issue Purchase Orders.
• Manage the Accounts Payable process.
• Assist in processing Payroll.
• Assist with Document Control.
• Ad hoc administrative tasks for various Departments.

Qualifications:

• Community College Diploma in Business Administration or Accounting is preferred.
• Experience working in a professional environment within local government or a similar public entity is advantageous.
• Knowledge of accounting, accounts payable, and payroll processes is considered an asset.
• Strong functional knowledge of financial processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and contribute to a culture of growth and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (Range: $50,000 – $60,000)
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic community environment.

For those who would like to receive a copy of the full job description, please contact hr@towngbw.ca

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to hr@towngbw.ca

Please include “Administrative Assistant – Finance Department” in the subject line.

Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.