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The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day processing of invoices, expense claims and payments in an accurate and timely manner, and in accordance with SIIT policies. This position includes the following broad areas of accountability:
Receive, review, document, prepare, and close purchase orders
Receive and verify incoming invoices, track outgoing invoices sent for signature and follow up on outstanding invoices as required
Prepare batches for data entry, and enter invoices and expense claims for payment
Maintain an accurate and efficient processing system, to match and track invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation
Sort, verify, process, and release payments; ensuring that reviews and signatures are obtained in accordance with signing authorities
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to invoices and accounts payable matters and forward complex inquiries to supervisor when necessary
Analyze and resolve discrepancies and issues and forward complex items to supervisor when necessary
Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial information as it relates to employees, the Institute, and third parties
Required Competencies: Flexible & Adaptable; Effective Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Attention to Detail; Teamwork; Client Focus; Initiative & Problem Solving
Required Qualifications and Experience:
A diploma or certificate in accounting/business or a related field of study is required. A minimum of two years of accounts payable experience is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset. The successful candidate may be subject to a criminal records check upon hire.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Computer use
Security and Safety
- Bondable
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Excel