Accounting Technician, Accounts Payable

Job Description:

  • Provides accounting support to enable the department to deliver on professional services and financial solutions to the organization
  • Responsible for analyzing, recording and reporting financial data, and preparing financial/summary reports
  • Participates in the determination and implementation of preventative control measures and solutions
  • Assists in the identification and recommendations for process improvements
  • Acts as a consultative partner by providing regular input and resolving routine issues for internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

  • An accredited accounting diploma or accounting technical diploma, or equivalent
  • Active pursuit of an accredited professional accounting designation may be considered an asset
  • 2-3 years of recent, related experience
  • An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
  • Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical thinking/innovation
  • Working knowledge of corporate financial systems
  • Strong computer skills – MS office suite
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong time management and multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work within established deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Good working knowledge of accounting principles with the ability to apply them in a practical way

Benefits:

  • Robust wellness programs to enhance your physical, mental, social, financial and career well being
  • Flexible working model which supports work-life integration
  • 37.5 hour work week
  • Volunteer hours through the Play It Forward program
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