Junior Finance Officer

About us

The Municipality of the District of Yarmouth is looking to fill the position of Junior Finance Officer. This position will support the Director of Finance and the senior Finance Officer in the day to day activities of the finance department. The Junior Finance Officer position is intended to provide a supervised experience for full immersion into the accounting and bookkeeping functions of the Municipality over time. The Junior Finance Officer is responsible for assisting the Finance Officer with payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, filing and organizational duties. In addition, the position will perform account analysis, report preparation, and act as the municipality’s procurement officer. This is for an initial two year term.

We offer a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits package. The Municipality of Yarmouth is committed to a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace.

About You

Our ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of 2 years’ previous experience in accounting and payroll administration functions using computer applications. A university or community college diploma or degree in a business administration program with a focus on accounting would be an asset.

To apply, please forward cover letter and résumé in a merged pdf document in confidence to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Applications must be received no later than 4:30p.m. Friday, July 24, 2020.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Should you wish to be considered for any future employment opportunities at the Municipality of Yarmouth, resumes will be held in our office files for a period of six months.

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The Municipality of the District of Yarmouth is committed to a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace. 

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For more information on employment opportunities in this area, please go to the links below.

Nova Scotia Works

Nova Scotia Works

Nova Scotia Works centres throughout the province have experts on hand to help create a path to success.  Get started by contacting your local Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre. 

 

South Shore /Valley

Southwest Employment Services
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902-742-5859 
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Western REN Connector Program

Western REN Connector Program

The Western REN Connector Program puts local talent directly in touch with business and community leaders.  Through one-on-one informal meetings, local business and community leaders known as Connectors meet with talented and skilled people living here who are interested in employment opportunities in the Western Region- they are known as Connectees.  Click on the link to find out how the Connector Program works!

WREN Atlantic Immigration Pilot

WREN Atlantic Immigration Pilot

The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is a big opportunity for Nova Scotia. Employers in Nova Scotia can use the Pilot to hire foreign workers and international graduates.

The Atlantic Immigration Pilot speeds up processing at the Federal level and gives candidates a work permit while waiting for permanent residency.  Employers can skip the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process if their efforts to hire locally have been unsuccessful.  International graduates from Atlantic universities can be hired right out of school.  The Pilot gives employers access to permanent intermediate-skilled labour as well as high-skilled workers.

Learn more about how the Atlantic Immigration Pilot helps Atlantic Canada.

careers.novascotia.ca

careers.novascotia.ca

careers.novascotia.ca  contains a wealth of information on job search sites, current Nova Scotia job opportunities, education and training paths, information on writing resumes and cover letters and much more!

CDENE Employment Services

CDENE Employment Services

Serving the Clare and Argyle regions, CDÉNÉ Employment Services can guide you throughout the employment process. Whether you want to improve your résumé, learn interview techniques or transition to a new career, they're there to help you. Their team of career practitioners can provide services that is personalized to your needs so you can reach your career objectives.

Clare Region                                           
Tel.: 902-769-3284
Fax: 902-769-3294

Argyle Region
Tel.: 902-648-0573
Fax: 902-648-3508