Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Financial Services, the Clerk C - Landfill Billing is responsible for billing and accounts receivable related to landfill, small commercial customers and residential bulky waste pickup for the Solid Waste Services Division. This position also acts as on-site supervisor for the clerical staff and is responsible for monitoring and training staff, assigning workloads, planning and coordinating vacation schedules and coverage and assisting in the hiring process for clerical staff. Duties also include processing payments and journal entries related to Solid Waste billings, producing various month-end reports and performing various administrative duties.
As the Clerk C - Landfill Billing, you will:
Manage billing and accounts receivable for the Solid Waste Services Division.
Process payments, issue receipts, prepare journal entries for landfill, small commercial and bulky waste collections and prepare billings for small commercial landfill accounts.
Prepares and analyzes various month-end reports and reconciliations.
Process and approve credit applications for landfill customer accounts.
Follow collection procedures for customers with overdue accounts and insufficient fund payments.
Communicates with the collection agency for overdue accounts.
Prepare and monitor the shifts schedule for Finance clerical staff at the landfill.
Supervise clerical staff and manage performance in the day-to-day tasks performed.
Coordinate vacation schedule and coverage.
Plan and provide on the job training and make recommendations for training opportunities for staff.
Assist in the recruitment and selection process for clerical staff.
Perform other duties consistent with the classification, as assigned.
Your education and qualifications include:
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Completed High School Grade 12/G.E.D. graduation supplemented with accounting courses and/or a diploma from a recognized school of accountancy or commerce, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
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Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting practices.
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Excellent computer skills, with demonstrated ability to operate within a Windows based environment using Microsoft Word (advanced level), Excel and Outlook and other software, as required.
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Demonstrated ability to type at 40 w.p.m. (net).
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Demonstrated ability in working with the PeopleSoft Financial and HR Modules.
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Demonstrated ability to supervise employees.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
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Demonstrated ability to work in an organized manner, set priorities, work efficiently and ensure all deadlines are scheduled and met.
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Ability to deal with matters in a confidential, discreet and logical manner.
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General knowledge of the Water and Waste Department's functions and By-Laws.
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Knowledge of the collective agreements, supplementary agreements and letters of understanding in effect for the departmental employees.
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Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that is applicable to the area of work.
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment servicehttps://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
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The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
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A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
