ACCOUNTING CLERK

Competition No. 2026-004

Full-time Permanent

$28.97 – $32.44 hourly rate

35 hours per week

The City of Temiskaming Shores is one of the most picturesque and attractive communities in Northern Ontario, Canada. The beauty of Lake Temiskaming, the clean air, our natural features, and numerous other recreational amenities make this a special place to both live and work. The City of Temiskaming Shores is a service organization that is committed to providing exceptional services to our community. We are continuously growing and evolving to ensure our services reflect the needs of our community while ensuring to have a positive and lasting impact.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Clerk – Accounts Receivable  plays an important role within the Corporate Services Department as clerical support to the Treasurer. This position is responsible for preparing invoices, processing payments, and reconciling accounts to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible to create and send invoicing and billing statements to customers.
• Must receive and process payments for customers via various methods such as cash, cheque, PAP, and EFT.  
• Promptly and professionally respond to various inquiries customers in-person, by phone or email.
• Process and balance all payments of taxes, accounts receivables and general receipts and prepare bank deposits as required.
• Follow-up on receivable accounts currently in arrears, strictly in accordance with the internal accounts receivable policy.
• Must respond to public inquiries, complaints, requests and concerns regarding taxation and other related issues.
• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly funding claim reports as required.
• Prepare and issue water/sewer meter quarterly billing.
• Prepare and maintain monthly reports for transit, A/R, taxation and suspense accounts.
• Properly maintain PSAB database.
• Prepare and maintain PL database and annual renewal letters
• Prepare bi-annual PAP application letters to be provided to appropriate parties.

• Provide excellent customer-service at front-desk and by phone as needed.
• Complete balance adjustments as required in all accounting functions.
• Responsible for adhering to all municipal policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as needed and requested by the Manager.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Post-Secondary diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Two (2) years of related experience in accounting and/or debt collection is preferred.
• Computer literacy and proficiency particularly with Excel and other accounting software would be an asset.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset
• Accurate date entry skills 

**The successful candidate will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits and OMERS pension plan.**

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes quoting Job Competition No. 2026-004 no later than February 23, 2026 by regular mail or email to 

Erica Logan

Human Resources Coordinator

P.O Box 2050, 325 Farr Drive

Haileybury, ON, P0J1K0

careers@temiskamingshores.ca

The Corporation of the City of Temiskaming Shores is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to provide employment opportunities without discrimination and in accordance with The Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA Act. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate the interest expressed by all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted