AR Accounting Clerk

Ledgent; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm located in Canada, Alberta, is seeking a Finance Analyst to oversee the Accounts Payable function. Responsibilities include managing invoice processing, reconciling vendor accounts, and preparing financial reports for executive review. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for enhancing efficiency and compliance in the department.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in AP, financial analysis, or FP&A overlap.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle Accounts Payable including invoice processing and timely payments.
• Reconcile AP ledgers and vendor statements; resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports for departmental use and executive review.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting/ERP software

Job description

Position Summary

This role combines financial analysis with hands-on oversight of the Accounts Payable (AP) function. You will be responsible for managing invoice processing, reconciling vendor accounts, analyzing expenditures, and supervising an Accounts Payable Specialist to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting accuracy. You will also prepare financial reports for departmental use and executive review to support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle Accounts Payable: invoice receipt, three‑way matching, approvals, and timely payments.
• Reconcile AP ledgers and vendor statements; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify cost variances and collaborate with department managers to investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in month-end, quarterly, and annual closes and prepare related journal entries.
• Analyze cash flow and business expenses. And identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with procurement and other departments to streamline processes.
• Ensure compliance with policies, internal controls, and provide support for audit activities.
• Supervise and train AP specialists, maintaining quality and performance metrics.

• Prepare financial reports for departmental use and executive review.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience: AP, financial analysis, or FP&A overlap.
• Strong analytical skills; proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and cross-department interaction.
• Attention to detail, ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Experience with internal controls or audit processes is a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.