Accounts Payable Clerk Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Accounting

Position Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Contract Duration: 2 month contract starting after Canada Day
Salary & Benefits: $25-28/hr
Position Status: An existing vacancy
Location: Downtown Ottawa
Work Model: Onsite

We are currently searching for a temporary Accounts Payable Clerk to help the Director of Finance. This is an immediate temporary role to help the finance team catch up and maintain the flow of the AP function. You will be working in a Quick Books environment, where you will be expected to verify expense claims, ensure vendor information and invoices are properly input, and assist in maintaining the best practice and internal controls for the accounts payable function.

Reconciling vendor statements, researching and issuing payments in multi-currency, and ensuring payments are accurate and have the appropriate approvals is critical. The AP Clerk will be an excellent team player who isn’t afraid to communicate internally with leaders or externally with vendors and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 3 years of experience working in AP. You will have completed a post-secondary education in accounting and know how to apply your academia to practical use. You will have an exceptional attention to detail and demonstrate your ability to pick up new processes while meeting multiple tight deadlines will be needed. Our client is looking for someone who can handle a fast-paced environment but can allocate appropriate time to complete tasks within timelines and done properly.

We are looking for a team player who can also work autonomously, while taking direction and running with it.

What will make you stand out:

High level of attention to detail
Excellent understanding of the AP processes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment
Available immediately for temporary work

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AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.