Employment

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Job Title: Casual Finance Clerk 

Department: Finance
Location: Municipality of Pictou County
Employment Type: Casual / On-Call

Summary: The Casual Finance Clerk provides administrative and financial support to the Finance Department on an as‑needed basis. This role assists with data entry, customer service, and routine accounting tasks during busy periods, staff leave, or special projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with customer service, including accepting payments and responding to customer inquiries.
  • Support filing, scanning, and general office duties.
  • Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all financial records.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma required, post-secondary training in accounting, business administration, or related field preferred.
  • Experience in an office or finance environment considered an asset.
  • Experience with municipal government or public-sector financial software is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to learn computer/ financial software quickly.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
  • Discretion in handling confidential financial information.

Work Conditions

  • Casual, on-call schedule based on departmental needs.

Office-based work environment.

Application Details
Resumes will be accepted by the Director of Corporate Services, Sueann Musick, at sueann.musick@munpict.ca.
Application deadline: Friday, February 20, 2026.

The Municipality of Pictou County is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process may contact sueann.musick@munpict.ca.