Finance and Administrative Assistant

Funding for this position is through the Canada Summer Jobs program.  Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements of the grant program to be considered for employment.  Please note that as per the grant requirements, international students are not eligible.
 
Position: Canada Summer Jobs – Temporary Full-time Finance and Administrative Assistant 
Work Location(s): St. Philip Parish, 415 King St., Petrolia, Ontario and Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, 432 Victoria St., Watford, Ontario.
Commitment: 35 hours per week. 
Compensation: $20.00/hour. 4% vacation pay/hour worked. 
Posting Date: April 21, 2026
Closing Date: May 2 , 2026
Employment Term: anticipated employment term: June 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026.  Possibility of extension beyond the terms of grant funding.
Vacancy: currently vacant. Anticipated start date: June 1, 2026
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Business and Finance Manager, the Finance and Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting in the creation of a welcoming, professional atmosphere in the Lambton County Catholic Family of Parishes.  The Administrative Assistant processes accounts receivables and accounts payables, ensures timely record keeping and data entries along with other administrative based tasks.
 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

• Welcome and assist visitors
• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable entries
• Maintain Parish records in the Diocesan Data Management System (DDMS)
• Maintain security and card access system
• Schedule Mass Intentions and collect payments
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as assigned

 
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Must meet all eligibility requirements of the grant program to be considered for employment.   
• Must be a post-secondary student enrolled in a bookkeeping or accounting program or recently completed studies of a similar nature
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and professionalism in representing the Family of Parishes when assisting parishioners and other customers and/or in managing concerns on behalf of the Parishes
• Proven strong communication and administrative skills
• Prior experience using Sage Intaact is an asset
• Advanced computer skills including experience using Microsoft outlook, excel, word, and share-point. Knowledge and experience using Canva is an asset

 
A police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London will be required of the successful candidate.
 
Please note: All new staff are required to complete on-line mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.  
 
lease submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experiences and skills to [email protected] and reference “summer student program” in the subject line of your email.
 
We thank all who apply to this position for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
The Diocese of London is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.