Accounts Payable Clerk

Apply By:
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 11:
59 pm EDT

2 Temporary - up to 12 months with possibility of extension

Job Code:

08OAD - Office Administration 08

$26.92 - $31.31 Per Hour
• Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $26.92 to $31.31 per hour in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions.
The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

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We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
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What can I expect to do in this role?This position will support the Accounting department by:

• Investigating, verifying and resolving discrepancies regarding invoices, contract payments, credit card statements, and purchase orders
• Ensuring that approved and accurate invoices for goods and services received are promptly processed for payment in a computerized financial information system.
• Processing travel expenses for payment as well as inventory receipts
• Preparing ministry reports on travel and reimbursable expenses
• Developing and maintaining an efficient accounts payable records/filing system
• Maintaining the departmental petty cash fund
• Assisting the Procurement Lead with placing minor orders for goods, supplies, equipment and services
How do I qualify?Technical Skills• Strong working knowledge of the theory and principles of basic accounting procedures/practices
• Ability to accurately process payment documents such as invoices and employee expense reports and other reimbursements
• Experience working with financial systems (such as Microsoft Dynamics GP accounting system)
• Proficiency with computer software applications and databases (i.e.
word processing, spreadsheet, database management systems, filing systems)
• Ability to prepare other financial reports as required
Analytical Skills• Demonstrated mathematical, analytical and problem solving skills in order to examine data and produce reports
• Ability to review invoices and bills to identify potential errors and/or discrepancies
• Ability to reconcile various accounts and statements
Organizational and Administrative Skills• Ability to organize and coordinate workflow, assess priorities and meet deadlines
• General knowledge of office administration procedures
• Experience working in and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced, high volume setting
• Experience with operating and maintaining office equipment to print/copy materials and transmitting correspondence
Communication Skills• Ability to work effectively individually and within a team
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and colleagues
Additional Information:

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• 2 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 770 Don Mills Rd, Toronto, Toronto Region
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Remember:
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 19, 2024 11:
59 pm EDT.
Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest.
Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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