Examples of DutiesAssist with month-end financial reporting and closingWork under supervision of other accountantsAssist with bank statements reconciliationPerform general ledger reconciliationAssist with the preparation of ad hoc and other internal reportsEnsure the completion of assigned tasks in line with established deadlineStudy the government accounting policies and processes of the City and abide by themCompose, input, file and scan Journal EntriesAssist in voucher processing in preparation for the city's council meetingPerform research in files and the City Financial SystemGeneral office support including data entry, filing, scanning etc. Supplemental InformationStrong understanding of local government functionsAbility to multi-task and juggle multiple assignments, often on deadline and with short lead timeStrong organizational, research, and oral and written communication skillsPreferred Area of StudyStudents majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Computer Science, Information Technology or a similar field with related coursework.