Accounts Payable & Expenses Assistant (13‑Month)

Invest Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Ottawa is seeking a Finance Assistant for a 13-month term. The candidate will support the finance team by handling accounts payable tasks, expense processing, and maintaining accurate financial documentation. Ideal candidates should have strong Excel skills, effective communication abilities, and a post-secondary diploma in a relevant field. The role promotes an inclusive culture and emphasizes diversity in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years of work experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage a high volume of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Respond to internal inquiries related to invoices and documentation requirements.
• Complete routine financial tasks accurately and within prescribed timelines.
• Support month-end activities by assembling routine schedules and organized documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data entry

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Expense reporting systems

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

A leading public sector organization in Ottawa is seeking a Finance Assistant for a 13-month term. The candidate will support the finance team by handling accounts payable tasks, expense processing, and maintaining accurate financial documentation. Ideal candidates should have strong Excel skills, effective communication abilities, and a post-secondary diploma in a relevant field. The role promotes an inclusive culture and emphasizes diversity in its hiring process.