Location: Fredericton area (Horizon), _Administration Support / Clerical - Fredericton Area, New Brunswick - Temporary Full Time
Competition #:
126738 External
Posted:
April 17, 2025
Closes:
April 23, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Anticipated Start Date:
June 23, 2025
Anticipated End Date:
December 23, 2026
Location:
Accounts Receivable
Finance ~ Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Job Classification:
Accounting Clerk (1024)
Job Classification Type:
CUPE
Job Type:
Temporary Full Time
FTE:
1
Schedule:
Day, M-F 8-4 Subject to change due to operational requirements
Language Requirement:
English Essential and spoken French (B1.2 / Intermediate +)
Salary:
24.2581 to 26.0121 per hour ((Subject to Employment Status may be paid at 8% in lieu of vacation and stat holidays as per CUPE collective agreement article 6.08 (a)))

JOB PURPOSE

The Accounting clerk duties are performed under supervision and may include but are not limited to, processing of bills as assigned in an efficient timely manner ensuring required information/forms are received and validated. Collection and processing of payments of the same including accepting payments from the public and performing other clerical duties related to Accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school graduation plus an additional business or administrative support program of over six months and up to one year, which includes accounting courses, or equivalent.
  • One year of previous experience.
  • Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
  • Ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Good work record.

Demonstrated proficiency verified by testing in:

  • Excel 75%
  • Outlook 50%
  • Word 50%
  • Accounting testing is required 75%

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to perform accurate data entry
  • Ability to make daily, routine competent decisions, showing initiative in problem solving, while performing tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate.
  • High regard for confidentiality

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Ability to work efficiently under conditions with frequent interruptions and pressure of meeting deadlines.
  • Able to work well with others in a team environment
  • Tact and diplomacy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Receives, records and issues receipts for payments.

  • Balances/reconciles funds and prepares daily bank deposits.
  • Adds charges on accounts from prior day's admissions.
  • Prepares invoices and statements and checks for accuracy before sending.
  • Ages accounts receivables, investigates and resolves unpaid balances with collection calls and follow-up.
  • Responds to inquiries such as billing questions from patients and/or families.
  • Balances journal, closes batches.
  • Compiles reports and statistics.
  • Receives, sorts and sends mail.
  • Performs general office duties such as photocopying, faxing, filing.
  • Shows others how to perform tasks or duties as part of the departmental orientation.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work area.

COMPETENCIES

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication
  • Interpersonnel Relations
  • Patient/Client Focus
  • Planning and Prioritizing Work
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.