Accounts Payable Clerk

Summary:

As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you are an important member of the accounting team by ensuring timely payments to vendors. In this role, you will utilize your core skills in accounting and accounts payable, along with accounting software such as ACCPAC and Microsoft Excel, to maintain accurate records. Strong communication skills and attention to detail will be vital as you collaborate with various departments to support the organization.

General responsibilities:

· Review invoices for appropriate documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to processing payments.

· Ensure that bills are paid on time (via cheque or EFT) and in compliance with company procedures.

· Perform invoice and general ledger data entry, maintaining accurate financial records.

· Perform credit card and bank account reconciliations and analysis, ensuring all transactions are accurate and complete by obtaining and verifying supporting documentation.

· Review bank accounts daily for subscriber deposits, including any rejected transactions, ensuring proper processing and resolution.

· Assist with month-end closing activities and generate reports as needed.

· Support testing of product changes before promoting them into production.

· Reconcile daily cheque deposits and update them into operations software to maintain up-to-date financial records.

· Process weekly pre-authorized batch payments and upload the corresponding files to the bank’s online portal for processing.

· Process weekly commission payments and upload associated files to the bank’s online portal for processing.

· Manage weekly agent expense billing, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely processing.

· Order various office supplies as required.

· File invoices and deposit reports systematically, ensuring all records are well-organized for quick access and future reference

· Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency of the department.

Qualifications:

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with peers, staff members, vendors, and regulatory agency personnel.

· Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with a capacity to handle situations that require flexibility and adapt to varying levels of standardization.

· A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in an Accounts Payable role, with a strong understanding of accounts payable processes.

· Experience working with ACCPAC/Sage accounting software is preferred.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

· Self-motivated with a proven ability to maintain strict deadlines, ensuring accurate and timely closure of financial processes and project timelines.

· An understanding of general accounting principles and practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person