Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing; Halifax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm specializing in accounting is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk in Halifax, NS. This contract role involves ensuring accurate payment processing and providing support to internal departments. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Banner ERP. Responsibilities include managing inquiries, processing invoices, and preparing journal entries.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of accounts payable or similar financial processing experience.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries from internal staff regarding payment policies.
• Process invoices and payment requests accurately.
• Manage wire transfer payments and prepare journal entries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary business program

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Banner ERP system

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client in Halifax, NS.

This contract role will play a key part in ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments while providing excellent support to internal departments and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Respond to inquiries from internal staff and departments regarding procurement payment policies and expense claims.
2. Process invoices and payment requests.
3. Enter and process expense claims, travel advances, and miscellaneous payments in a timely manner.
4. Manage wire transfer payments and prepare corresponding journal entries.
5. Review purchase requisitions for compliance with procurement policies, proper authorization, and account application.
6. Organize and prioritize a high volume of electronic document submissions from departments and vendors.
7. Prepare correcting journal entries as needed.
8. Support system testing during upgrades.
9. Participate in monthly and year-end reconciliations and reporting.
10. Provide general administrative support to the Financial Services department.

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• Post-secondary business program is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of accounts payable or similar financial processing experience.
• Experience using Banner ERP system is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Stephanie Erb, Senior Recruitment Consultant.

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada's only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information or to view additional positions, please visit our website.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that workforces should reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that respect all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or personal characteristics.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including African Canadians, Indigenous Peoples, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process. Accommodations can be requested during recruitment, including for interviews or testing. Please inform us if you need assistance, and we will make arrangements.

Key Skills: Business Continuity Planning, Food Technology, ABAP, Import, Electrical & Automation, Adobe

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: 2+ years

Vacancy: 1