Junior Accounts Payable Clerk

Company Description

WHO WE ARE:

Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?

From our roots in 1988, when a group of dedicated employees banded together to purchase six seedling nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest forest seedling provider.

Today, with 28 nurseries across the US and Canada, and 14 seed orchards, we grow over 630 million high-quality seedlings annually. We're proud to play a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices across the continent.

We're a company driven by shared success and a passion for environmental stewardship. We provide the foundation for healthier forests and a greener future.

We would love for you to be a part of what we’re growing!

What We Value

1. Nurturing Relationships: We believe in building strong, authentic connections with our customers, our colleagues, and our communities.
2. Driving Excellence: We're committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations in all that we do.
3. People-First Mindset: We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a culture of respect, support, and collaboration.
4. Making a Difference: We're passionate about contributing to a healthier planet and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Job Description

About the Role:

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can dive into the details and keep things running smoothly? Do you find satisfaction in processing a high volume of transactions accurately and efficiently? If you're a detail-oriented individual with a knack for numbers and a passion for keeping things organized, PRT in Armstrong (Spallumcheen, BC) has an exciting opportunity for you as a full-time Junior Accounts Payable Clerk!

Responsibilities

In this role, you'll be a key player in our finance team, focusing on the essential day-to-day operations of our Accounts Payable function. You'll get to roll up your sleeves and be responsible for tasks such as:

1. Backup support for all aspects of payment processing, including, but not limited to:
1. Generating payment proposals & recommending vendor payment prioritization
2. Processing cheque runs and electronic payment files
3. Acquiring necessary payment processing approvals
4. Bank batch processing
2. Contributing to pay run processes.
3. Performing 3-way matching of purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices to ensure accuracy.
4. Applying general ledger codes to invoices.
5. Collaborating with various business members to resolve inquiries and ensure smooth processes.
6. Prepare monthly account reconciliations
7. Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statement reporting
8. Actively participate in financial and tax audits.
9. Complete end of month and year-end close procedures
10. Reception
11. Ordering Office Supplies
12. Perform other accounting tasks, as needed

About The Team

The Junior Accounts Payable Clerk will report to the Operations Accountant.

SALARY: $37,128 (actual salary will be based on depth of experience)

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

1. Completion of some post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Admin.
2. At least 1 year of experience in an office administration or Accounts Payable clerk role.
3. Demonstrate understanding for basic accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
4. Ability to handle clerical and bookkeeping tasks.
5. Familiarity with purchase order processes and systems.
6. Exposure to Accounts Payable, Finance, or ERP systems, showing your comfort with financial software.
7. A meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
8. Strong organizational skills to manage a high volume of transactions.
9. Solid communication skills to liaise effectively with team members and internal stakeholders.
10. Competency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Alignment with PRT’s Values

1. Safety First, Growth Always! Working safely together, every day.
2. Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.
3. Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence.

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER:

Financial Rewards

1. Competitive Hourly wage.
2. Matching RRSP program; Supporting your long-term financial planning.

Benefits

1. Extended health, vision, and dental coverage.
2. Paid vacation and paid Stat holidays.

Culture

1. Development Support: Personalized guidance to accelerate your career growth.
2. Learning-Focused Culture: Continuous skill development built into every role.
3. Collaborative, inclusive work environment.
4. Passion for nature solutions and the earth.
5. Every voice matters.
6. Year-round stability and growth.
7. Strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
8. Passionate team dedicated to stewardship of North American forests.

Join PRT and be part of a mission-driven organization where your professional growth is as important as the forests we help to grow. Here, you're not just an employee – you're a vital part of our ecosystem of innovation and environmental stewardship.

Ready to grow your career with PRT?

To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.

We encourage you to connect with us at human.resources@prt.com for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

Still Want to learn more?

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