OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we live, work and create
Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service.
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Clerk is responsible for the provision of services relating to OCAD University’s (OCAD U) cash receipts and the performance of other accounting tasks within the Finance office.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping
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Receive cash, cheques, and credit cards; issue receipts for all cash/cheque/credit card transactions, prepare daily cash reconciliations and perform cash float box count
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Record miscellaneous cash receipts
- Process online credit/debit card payments
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Perform data entry of books of original accounts, and operating and capital budgets as necessary
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Calculate and allocate HST on all cash receipts
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Reconcile ancillary revenue, student loan and student financial assistance bursary accounts
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Assist in the full cycle and reporting of accounts payable and receivables
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Prepare General Ledger (GL) accounts analysis and reconciliations, and year-end audit working papers
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Assist with financial reporting and analysis
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Process non-credit course payments
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Assist studio facilities staff with recording and reconciling sales of class material supplies
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Summarize actual transfer, budget transfers, internal compensation transfers and stock transfer monthly journal entries
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Record and reconcile transactions for online commerce system
Accounts Payable
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Distribute all cheques
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Perform data entry for EFT payments
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Provide back-up support and relief for Senior Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk, when needed
Student Accounts
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Work with the Student Finance Administrator in providing students with information regarding fee assessments, refunds, payments, and outstanding balances
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Provide back-up support and relief for Student Finance Administrator, when needed
General
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Assist with implementation of online commerce system
- Assist the Controller in special projects as required
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Assist the Controller in the development of policies & procedures regarding the University’s cash transactions
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Assist with IT system related projects and process improvements, including the implementation of university wide changes, technology upgrades, workplace culture initiatives, and sustainability.
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Assist in the implementation, upgrade testing, documentation and ongoing administration of Colleague and other Finance office systems
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Support the Director, Finance and Controller in other related duties that contribute to the successful operation of the Finance office, and maintain confidentiality as required
Qualifications:
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Post-secondary diploma in accounting, business, finance or equivalent
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Minimum of one (1) year of accounting work experience, or equivalent, with demonstrated strength in customer service
- Strong mathematical and computer skills, and a working knowledge of all Microsoft office applications
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Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
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Strong interpersonal and oral & written communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty
Compensation: OPSEU Unit I, Appendix A, Grade A2; $42,729.45 to $58,762.95 per annum
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, for a total of 35 hours per week.
Mode of Work: Hybrid.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Interested internal permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 or temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service applicants are invited to submit an updated *resume and cover letter (PDF) , no later than Monday July 13th, 2026.
- Please upload your resume and cover letter as one PDF. Please name your upload: FirstName_LastName-Job Code
As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
OCAD University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact People & Culture for more information or refer to OCAD U’s Policy of Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities.
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.
