accounting clerk

Posted on July 20, 2026 by Employer details Bruce Telecom

Job details

Our rural roots are as authentic as the farmers who came together to start it all. Together they created the Bruce Municipal Telephone System, a co-operative between local community members in rural Bruce County. Bruce Telecom has been determined in holding true to one simple promise through over one century of transformations and reinventions: *Connecting our Community*. If you are looking to connect with a company who offers competitive wages, benefits, as well as strong community ties, Bruce Telecom is for you. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the full cycle of financial operations, including receivables, payables, purchasing, assets, related financial activities, and reporting. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial information while supporting Bruce Telecom?s operational and financial objectives. The position operates within a collaborative team environment and requires adaptability to support evolving business needs while maintaining a high level of customer service and confidentiality. *Reports to**: *Finance Manager *Responsibilities: * · Ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions across receivables, payables, assets, and purchasing functions · Maintain and reconcile financial records, accounts, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness · Communicate with customers, vendors, financial institutions, and internal departments to resolve issues and support business operations · Monitor financial activities and identify discrepancies, risks, or process improvement opportunities · Lead end-to-end procurement and inventory activities, including coordination, vendor engagement, and alignment with operational and business requirements · Contribute to month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations, preparation of financial statements, reporting (internal, external, and regulatory), and audit support · Participate in projects, inventory counts, and cross-functional initiatives as required · Provide support across Finance team functions to ensure continuity of operations · Provide guidance and training to team and organization members · Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs *Educational Requirements:* · Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field *Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:* · Strong accounting and reconciliation skills with attention to accuracy and detail · Previous experience with procurement and customs regulations · Proven ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines · Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to handle sensitive financial situations professionally · Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team · Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities · Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial and customer information · Proficient in Microsoft Office application and financial software systems *Working Conditions:* · Office-based work environment · Frequent use of computers, financial systems, and related technology · Regular communication with customers, vendors, financial institutions, and internal departments by phone and email *Physical Demands:* · Prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation · Regular use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse · Frequent use of the telephone and other office equipment *Mental Demands:* · Ability to handle multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail · Capacity to work under time-sensitive deadlines and occasional high-volume periods · Professionalism and discretion when managing confidential financial information *Hours of Work:* 40 hours per week _We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process in accordance with the Accessible Canada Act. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities throughout the selec