ACCOUNTING CLERK - PURCHASING (BAND LEVEL 4) (Senior Clerk)
Finance Office
Faculty of Medicine
(Full-Time, Permanent Position)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the successful applicant will assist with the purchasing function within the Faculty of Medicine. Duties include assisting and/or coordinating procurement card purchases for faculty and staff; reconciling procurement card purchases on a monthly basis; placing orders with supply companies; answering enquiries from faculty and staff regarding purchasing procedures; coordinating the tendering process; liaising with Financial and Administrative Services regarding accounts payable issues, purchasing procedures, and other issues or requests as needed; liaising with sales representatives from various suppliers regarding products and supplies; creating or approving purchase orders on Banner Finance pending the determination of the Manger of Finance; answering in-person, telephone, and email enquiries for the department; obtaining approvals (manually and electronically) for expenditures from grant or budget accounts and ensuring that appropriate purchasing procedures are followed; tracking purchase orders to determine if goods have been received; attending meetings; maintaining updated catalogues, literature, and promotional items; arranging pick up and delivery of perishable items; recommending new procedures; providing front office support; and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (1-3 years) in accounting, purchasing, or clerical work; completion of a three-year accounting program; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, and Microsoft Office are required. Knowledge of the Banner Finance System, purchasing policies and procedures, as well as accounts payable principles of the university are assets.

SALARY $49,308 - $57,841 (CUPE Local 1615) CLOSING DATE January 21, 2025

COMPETITION NO. MUN03049

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date. You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864- 6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6371.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.