Summer Student-Administrative and Accounting Support, Operations

at  City of Markham

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.
Applications are now being accepted for a Summer Student in the Business Operations Unit in the Operations Department, Community Services Commission. To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume on-line by March 19, 2024.

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution in the field of Accounting or related discipline
• Currently enrolled in full-time studies and returning to school full-time in the Fall
• Good customer service skills
• Strong attention to details and demonstrated ability for accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge of accounting and well developed MS Office computer skills including Excel, Word, Access
• Strong organizational skills including ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.

• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.
We thank all applicants who have applied. However, only those applications selected for an interview will be contacted

Reporting to the Supervisor, Business Operations, the Administrative and Accounting Support Student will be responsible for:

• Providing outstanding customer service to internal and external customers and responding to their inquiries in a timely manner
• Assist in updating ACRs for Forestry inspections
• Tracking and processing invoices, cheque requisitions in accordance to Purchasing and Expenditure Control Policies.
• Work on Daily Contract Sheets data entry
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, including assisting in data entry, filing, calculation of cost associated with Operations activities