HIRED! - Accounts Payable Technician

Hire Standard; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A water management organization seeks an Accounts Payable Technician in Lethbridge, Alberta. Responsibilities include preparing documentation, processing payments, and providing monthly reports. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software, and a diploma in business administration is an asset. This role offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package in a stable work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Local Authorities Pension Plan

Growth Opportunity

Qualifications

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Proven ability to handle a large task load effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AP documentation and ensure accuracy of invoices/POs.
• Provide data for monthly reports and manage GST/property tax remittance.
• Process payments through various methods including EFT and cheques.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Handle a Large Task Load

Proactive and Self-Motivated

Knowledge of Accounting Practices

Excellent Computer Competency

Proficiency in Accounting Software

Education

Business Administration Diploma or similar

Tools

Sage 300 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At St. Mary River Irrigation District, we are proud of the ability to efficiently deliver water to approximately 2,000 irrigators who irrigate over 504,000 acres of land. We are collaborative, supportive, and innovative and it is our mission to build on the Legacy of Irrigation for Future Generations.

Position

Accounts Payable Technician

Supporting the Assistant Finance & Administration Manager

Responsibilities

• Preparation of AP Documentation
• Ensure Accuracy of Invoices / PO’s
• Provide Data for Monthly Reports
• GST and Property Tax Remittance
• Preparation of Bank Recs for Multiple Bank Accounts
• Process Payments: EFT, Online and Manual Cheque Batches
• Inventory Tracking
• Administration of Insurance: Claims, Payments and Renewals
• Answer Telephones and Direct Calls
• Other Administrative and Accounting tasks, as required

Requirements

• Attention to Detail with a High Level of Accuracy
• Ability to Handle a Large Task Load
• Proactive and Self-Motivated
• Knowledge of Accounting Practices
• Deadline Driven with an Ability to Work Independently
• Excellent Computer Competency, specifically in Excel
• Proficiency in Accounting Software systems (Sage 300 or equivalent)
• Business Administration Diploma, or similar considered an Asset

We Offer

• $24-26/hour based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Package and Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
• Monday – Friday 8:15am - 4:30pm (7.25 hour work day)
• Long Term, Stable, Year-Round Employment
• A Fast-Paced Friendly Work Environment with Growth Opportunity

Hire Standard is recruiting on behalf of SMRID:

Please apply online at hire-standard.com or email resume to [e-mail].

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