A/R & Trust Clerk

Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the A/R & Trust Clerk works within the Finance Office responsible for carrying out the clerical duties related to the accounts receivable, accounts payable, resident trust accounts and processing of payroll in a manner that is consistent with the Mission and Values of the Home.

Responsibilities of the successful candidate:

• Completes all activities related to the resident trust accounts.
• Work with Residents or their representatives to secure prompt payments of accommodation and unfunded charges.
• As required review resident contract with new admissions and assist eligible residents in applying for a rate reduction.
• Prepares tax receipts for accommodation charges.
• Updates census information daily.
• Administers cash receipts and disbursements of Residents' Trust Accounts and maintains Trust Accounts petty cash and answers Resident enquiries related to accounts and trust funds.
• Provides monthly statements of Accommodation and Resident Trust accounts.
• Conducts all tasks related to the accounts receivable function.
• Prepares A/R month end and ensures that reports reconcile to banking transactions and that floats reconcile.
• Maintains general float for petty cash purposes by authorized staff.
• Responsible for all activities related to the completion of the A/P processing.
• Prepares bank deposits and completes banking as required using banking software.
• Ensures all filing is up-to-date.
• Administration and processing of the SPH payroll and benefit activities.
• Reviews and audits payroll, benefit and pension transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Provides break coverage for Reception as required.
• Assists Manager of Financial Services, the Finance Team and the Leadership Team with reports as required.
• All other duties as assigned by the Manager, Financial Services.

EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT KNOWLEDGE

Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Business Management or equivalent experience & education in bookkeeping, accounting or payroll.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong customer service skills must be able to form good rapport with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software applications including advanced Excel and Accounting software.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to work under pressure, recognizing the requirement to meet multiple deadlines.
• Experience in investigating and resolving payroll issues.
• Accounting knowledge to accurately process payroll, accounts payable and account receivable functions.
• Basic knowledge of primary accounting principles, accounting systems, budgets and internal controls.
• Ability to be discrete and ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle and reconcile cash
• Experience in health care would be considered an asset
• 2-3 years’ experience in Finance/Payroll related functions.

Interested applicants can apply via email to: HR@stpats.ca no later than June 7, 2026. Please include A/R & Trust Clerk in the subject line of the email.

St Patrick’s Home of Ottawa is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.