Accounting clerks calculate and process bills, invoices, accounts payable and receivable, budgets and other financial records using manual and computerized systems.
NOC Code: 1431
Accounting clerks calculate and process bills, invoices, accounts payable and receivable, budgets and other financial records using manual and computerized systems. You may work for many different types of companies and organizations in the public and private sectors. You may also be known as an accounts payable/receivable clerk. In some countries this job is called "accountant," but in Ontario, you need a professional designation to call yourself an accountant. Generally, accounting clerks:
Source: HRSDC
This job requires: High School
This job requires 0 - 2 years of work experience.
As an accounting clerk, you need to:
Source: Ontario Skills Passport
You need to communicate in person, on the phone, and in writing with supervisors, co-workers, customers and suppliers.
Now, most accounting clerks use computerized systems, including accounting and spreadsheet software. Good computer skills are essential.
The work prospects for this job are: GOOD
The average hourly wage for this job is: C$20/hour.
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