Accounts Payable Specialist

Lutheran Sunset Home of Saskatoon; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. This role is crucial in managing vendor payments, reconciling statements, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and possess strong communication and organizational skills. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive workplace where your contributions will make a real difference in the community. If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous paid vacation time

Extended health, dental & vision care plan

Disability and Life Insurance Coverage

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan

Flexible schedules

In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a high-volume accounting environment.
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review and process weekly Vendor payments using digital tools.
• Reconcile Vendor Statements and follow up on discrepancies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Mathematical Skills

Education

Two years experience in accounts payable

Studying for CPA or equivalent

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Office (Excel, Office365)

Job description

Regular Full Time (35 hours weekly) | Grid 14 ($31.78 - $33.18/hour) | Reporting to: Controller | Anticipated Start: April 1, 2025

Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities.Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact our HR department at [e-mail]. Personal information will be kept confidential.

Head Office requires a full-time experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to provide support to the finance team. The successful applicant will have extensive experience working in a high-volume accounting environment using Sage Intacct accounting software, have excellent communication skills, and be proficient in MS Office software, particularly Excel. They must have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and process weekly Vendor payments using digital tools provided
• Process staff petty cash/mileage reimbursements, monthly rental payments, participant subsidies, and all other payments and invoices as required
• Reconcile Vendor Statements and follow up on discrepancies
• Ensure all transactions comply with Agency finance policy and internal control procedures
• Maintain digital documents for all Paid Vendor files
• Reconcile and submit GST rebate claims
• Provide backfill and support to other finance positions
• Provide support and assistance to the Controller and Director of Finance as required

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a related high-volume accounts payable environment and studying for a professional accounting designation such as CPA or work/education equivalent
• Preference will be given to those with Sage Intacct experience as well as having worked in a nonprofit agency
• Strong comprehension of all Microsoft Office programs and database systems including Excel, Office365, and various web-based applications
• Excellent accounting knowledge

Additional Assets

• Organizational skills
• Effective time management processing high volumes
• Detail-oriented
• Able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with computer applications/databases
• Excellent math and penmanship skills
• Strong communication skills with a diverse population
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well as independently

About PCRS

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

Our Vision Everyone thriving in strong, healthy communities!

Our Mission To inspire healthy and inclusive communities through leadership and collaboration.

Our Values Advocacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Empowerment, Service Excellence, Stewardship, Well-being

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation time, personal time, sick time; additional paid time off for life events
• Additional paid holidays, ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day *
• Extended health, prescription, dental & vision care plan, with 100% Employer-Paid Premiums*
• Disability and Life Insurance Coverage *
• Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling *
• Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions *
• Flexible schedules and earned time off program *
• Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
• In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development *
• Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, EDI, etc.

* Eligibility will vary depending on terms and role requirements – details for this posting will be provided on request.

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PCRS is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process. PCRS recognizes the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us.

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