Accounting Clerk Intermediate

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Reviews and matches accounts payable for processing through an on-line computerized accounts payable system.
• Processes accounts payable on an on-line computerized system via invoice entry.
• Calculates and codes foreign exchange for all foreign payments including US money/cheques.
• Maintains an accurate and current accounts payable system vendor file.
• Maintains records in hard copy and electronic format in accordance with Regional standards.
• Completes timely accurate data input as required.
• Administers (TEAMS) for the client Department.
• Processes bi-weekly payroll lists ensuring accuracy of payroll information by reviewing data received; verifies and reports sick CWW and vacation data and vacation and sick leave banks; verifies statutory holiday pay as provided by Payroll; and verifies on-call/standby submissions.
• Liaises with vendors Departmental and Finance staff on accounts payable and time reporting matters.
• Responds to enquiries from staff vendors and service providers on accounts payable and payment matters; handles or refers requests to appropriate staff for follow-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
  

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Post Secondary Certificate/Diploma (1 year or more) in Accounting or Business or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in a general accounting field and in developing spreadsheet and/or database applications for financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of time and labour procedures and general accounting practices principles and procedures with emphasis on Accounts Payable in a computerized accounting environment and knowledge of a large ERP Accounts Payable module.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service communication team work initiative/self management and accountability and flexibility/adaptability.