The Details Job Title Finance & Customer Service Clerk, Rideaucrest Home Job Number J0826-0026 Job Code 09B305 Job Category Accounting/Finance/Cashiering Bargaining Unit CUPE Job Type Full Time Employment Type Replacement Number Of Positions 1 Hours Of Work 35 hrs/wk Salary $28.17 - $34.59/Hour Date Posted August 10, 2026 Closing Date August 24, 2026 Are you interested in this job?
The Role
Reporting to the Supervisor of Finance & Administration, the Finance & Customer Service Clerk is responsible to provide first point-of-contact to the public in collecting and processing a variety of resident and vendor payments including resident accommodation fees, trust account transactions, and external vendors payments, on behalf of residents and the corporation, using various financial systems. The position provides superior customer service by responding to inquiries and investigating discrepancies.
Responsibilities also include the processing and data entry of payments, balancing cash and preparing deposits, reconciling revenue, and updating spreadsheets for upload into the corporate financial management system. The Finance & Customer Service Clerk will also liaise with both internal and external customers to provide customer focused service to ensure positive representation of the values of the City of Kingston. Meet your department...
Rideaucrest
Home provides high-quality, compassionate long-term care for Kingston residents. Our team works together to create a safe, supportive environment where residents feel valued and cared for every day. We manage billing, payroll, and the administrative tasks that keep Rideaucrest Home running smoothly.
Our team ensures accuracy, compliance, and excellent service for residents and families. What You'll Do... As Finance & Customer Service Clerk at Rideaucrest you will be responsible for accounting processes and providing customer service including but not limited to: Liaise with internal and external customers for accounting related purposes and documents including deposit summaries and invoice payments Process a variety of customer payments received in person, by mail, or over the phone.
Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, cheque requisitions and record cash receipts Prepare and reconcile weekly bank deposits Manage and reconcile resident trust accounts Review and process entries in electronic resident database Prepare and process admission and annual resident rate reductions through the Ministry of health database Manage mid-month electronic bank transfer and reconcile non-sufficient fund transfers Provide quality customer service while responding to public and internal inquiries, concerns,
and investigating discrepancies Maintain data and conduct regular reviews/audits of work to ensure accuracy and integrity Perform month end and year end working papers, reconciliation, and adjustments Perform administrative functions, manage records and office systems including filing, storage, and purging Other duties as assigned To qualify, you'll need... Minimum 1-year diploma in office administration or equivalent 2 Years Experience Including One (1) years’ experience handling cash and completing high volume of financial transactions and financial/accounting experience in a computerized environment
One (1) year recent and relevant experience in providing customer service Work Experience In a Health Care Setting Strongly Preferred Working knowledge of Financial Management System and PointClickCare software will be considered an asset. Strong organizational and customer service/administrative skills Ability to perform in a fast paced and demanding work environment Demonstrated ability to interact with seniors in a caring and respectful manner Ability to maintain confidentiality Typing at 40 wpm (tested) Proficient with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word at basic level (tested) Robust attention to detail with good mathematical skills and a high degree of accuracy Proven interpersonal skills and a team player A confident self-starter who can take initiative and meet deadlines Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including vulnerable sector. Proof of immunity to communicable diseases Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB) Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation Why us?
Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all. We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home.
As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.
Why you’ll love it here… We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability.
Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment. In Addition, Employees May Enjoy Access To OMERS defined pension plan
Vacation entitlements
Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
Ongoing training and education opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
Learning & development resources and networks
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How to apply Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Click the 'APPLY HERE' button to complete your application. Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position.
Please include any relevant education documents (degrees, diplomas, or certificates) to your profile. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know.
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📌 Finance & Customer Service Clerk, Rideaucrest Home (Kingston)
🏢 City of Kingston
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