Budget & Accounting Clerk 1

Career Center Position Information Budget & Accounting Clerk 1 Department Treasury and Financial Svc Division Finance & Corporate Svc Job ID 2026-0211 Apply Now Budget & Accounting Clerk 1 The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a vision that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people . This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision, then please apply. Overview The Budget & Accounting Clerk 1 is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of billings and journal entries, reconciliation of monthly General Ledger (GL) and letters of credit activities. Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Input and prepare receivable billings and journal entries. Analyze, monitor and verify receivable sub-ledgers to GL. Reconcile and process Letter of Credit transactions and maintaining custody of the physical Letter of Credit. Liaise with external customers and various internal departments regarding billing and collection issues. Reconcile various assigned GL accounts including sub-ledger, clearing, deposit and unbilled accounts accurately and in a timely manner. Perform collection duties and maintain communication with collection agencies. Responsible for month end and year end account reconciliations and reports. Maintain damage deposits and other security deposits including processing of refunds. Document and implement accounting policies and procedures. Research and solve accounting related issues as they arise. Assist in implementation of enhancements or new processes. Assist in special projects as needed. Various filing and file preparation. Perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong attention to detail and ability to accommodate deadlines. Requires excellent analytical skills and ability to multi-task. Ability to solve accounting related issues. Ability to maintain discretion when working with sensitive and/or confidential information. Proficiency in ERP systems such as PeopleSoft. Intermediate to Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel. Ability to use REDMS or a similar Electronic Records Management System. Ability to provide effective and timely customer service to a variety of internal and external clients. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, work well under pressure, and deal with stressful situations with professionalism. Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external contacts, handle customer complaints and queries. Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check for the Financial Sector. Qualifications and Experience: A two (2) year college diploma in a related discipline supplemented by a minimum of one (1) year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above is required. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment. Frequent mental concentration and visual effort is required. Additional Information: Employee Group: CUPE Local 718 Position Status: Regular Full-Time Duration of Appointment: n/a Salary Range: $36.69 - $43.13/hr Hours of Work: 8:15a to 5:00p Monday to Friday, Compressed work week schedule Application Posted: 5/22/26 External Closing Date: 6/4/26 PCC#: 1254 Openings: 1 Back Share Apply Now