Accounts Payable Clerk

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is seeking a meticulous Accounts Payable Clerk to join Corporate Services, Accounting Services in Fort McMurray. Under supervision, you will ensure timely processing of vendor invoices and maintain accurate AP records.

Responsibilities include reviewing invoices, uploading documentation, reconciling statements, and responding to inquiries. A CPA-level progression and SAP experience are assets for advancement within the department.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Business Administration or Accounting is required.
• Three (3) years of directly related accounts payable experience is required.
• Specialization in accounting, completion of the first level of a professional accounting designation program, and ERP experience are assets.

Responsibilities

• Process all vendor invoices timely into the municipality’s accounting system (SAP) and reconcile vendor statements.
• Verify correct documentation is received and uploaded into the financial system; coordinate with Procurement as needed.
• Review Labour, Equipment, Material (LEM) invoices for accuracy, coding, and approval.
• Check the accuracy of capital invoices relative to purchase orders.
• Process employee expense claims following the administrative procedure.
• Maintain spreadsheets for accounts payable reports.
• Respond to internal and external accounts payable inquiries; assist others with policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Discretion

Numeracy

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Requisition ID:4345
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Casual
Number of Openings: 1
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Department/Branch: Corporate Services, Accounting Services
Job Location:Fort McMurray

Pay Level:PL7
Rate: $43.77
COLA*:Bi-Weekly - $480

Reposted (dd/mm/yyyy): 22/08/2026 (original CUPE closing date:14/06/2026)
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): Open Until Filled
Posting Type:Internal and External

*COLA (Cost of Living Allowance) amount listed is based on full-time hours; COLA for casual positions will be prorated based on hours worked.

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking a passionate and driven professional to join our Corporate Services Division—a cornerstone of our municipal operations. Keep the engine running—with excellence.

From IT and Accounting to Asset Management and Taxation, our Corporate Services Division supports the entire municipality. This division ensures we remain fiscally responsible, operationally efficient, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

If you're ready to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where your skills make a difference, this is your space to grow.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under general supervision, the Accounts Payable Clerk ensures that accounts payable liabilities are reviewed for accuracy and promptly processed to ensure that payment of general commitments are made with the agreed terms.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for processing all vendor invoices on a timely basis into the municipality’s accounting system (SAP) and reconciling all vendor statements.
• Confirms that the correct documentation is received and uploaded correctly into the financial accounting system and follows up with the Procurement team as required.
• Reviews Labour, Equipment, Material (LEM) invoices for mathematical accuracy, valid coding, and approval.
• Confirms the accuracy of capital invoices in relation to purchase orders.
• Responsible for the processing of all employee expense claims in conjunction with the administrative procedure.
• Maintains spreadsheets for various accounts payable reports.
• Responds to internal and external accounts payable enquiries, including assisting co-workers with the interpretation of policies and procedures ensuring compliance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to accurately and expeditiously enter data, proofread, and identify data processing errors efficiently.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision using initiative and judgement in dealing with deadlines, workload, and uncertain situations.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly, timely, and accurately, in writing and verbally.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion with client and/or municipal documents and information.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Demonstrable skills in general mathematics and numeracy.
• Proficiency with computer-based accounting systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook) is required.
• Ability to organize own workload, adapt quickly to change, and deliver under pressure of deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate in Business Administration or Accounting is required.
• Three (3) years of directly related accounts payable experience is required.
• Specialization in accounting, completion of the first level of a professional accounting designation program, and experience with ERP information systems (i.e. SAP) are assets.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.

SAFETY:

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.