Finance Clerk

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As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for Finance Clerks to support our Invoice Processing and Payment Verification teams within the Finance and Procurement Services Branch. The Finance Clerk would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

This anticipatory staffing will be looking at a variety of candidate strengths to staff positions in Accounts Payable Invoice Processing and Payment verification, and/or accounts Receivable. Responsibilities may include:

• Create and maintain files and performs related duties involving invoice processing or payment verification within Accounts Payable. Liaises with Corporate Finance and Procurement Services Personnel. 
• Reviews financial coding for accuracy and appropriateness and verifies appropriate Section 32 and Section 34 based on budget holder’s delegated authority 
• Ensures that all requests for payment meet NRC Policy and Procedures, Government Contracts Regulations, Treasury Board policies and directives and Financial Delegation of Authorities by ensuring that proper invoice verification has been completed and is within Policy by doing a pre-audit of general ledger coding,
• Ensures that all invoices are processed in accordance with NRC Policy and Procedures, both with and without reference to a purchase order, in an efficient and timely manner; liaising with Accounts Payable team members, Finance and Procurements Services branch colleagues and CBI contacts as required.
• Verifies and processes invoices related to all types of expenditures, including contribution agreements, and maintains proper documentation related to financial files, while ensuring that Policies and Procedures are met, and that various types of agreements respect their specific terms and conditions.
• Prepare daily deposits for all incoming payments and ensure they are processed with due diligence and in accordance with NRC guidelines and all applicable policies.

This position will appeal to a person who is well organized, who is detail-oriented, and who enjoys working as part of a team to deliver excellent client service. 

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards.

Post-secondary education in Accounting or a related field will be considered an asset.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Experience in performing Accounts Payable functions and /or Accounts Receivable functions.
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles and processes, especially pertaining to the accounts payable role and /or the accounts receivable role, and awareness of the pertinent Directives of NRC’s Financial Management Manual and Sections of the Financial Administration Act.
• Significant* experience with MS Office suite products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook to create informative financial reports.

*Significant means a minimum of 2 years’ experience.

Experience in the use of SAP software would be an asset.

Awareness of Treasury Board Financial, Procurement and Contracting Guidelines would be an asset.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

Various  

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Basic knowledge of financial accounting principles and processes as applied to financial transactions such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable or Invoice Processing and Payment Verification/auditing.
• Basic knowledge of Treasury Board Financial Guidelines and the Financial Administration Act.
• Ability to manage and prioritize time and work in a high traffic environment with distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and attention to details.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Management Services;

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Compensation

From $49,665 to $65,854 per annum. 

In addition, certain positions will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.