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We have partnered with a local construction company to support them in the recruitment process to find their next Accounts Payable Clerk.
Job ID: 42878
Job Type: Direct Hire
Category: Accounting
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Are you an organized and detail-oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career?
Our client is seeking an Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk to join their fast-paced and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, contribute to a collaborative environment, and build a long-term career with a company that values learning and development.
The ideal candidate will have previous AP experience and, ideally, knowledge of full-cycle accounting and payroll. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on learning, welcomes feedback, and is eager to find new and improved ways of handling tasks.
Duties and Responsibilities: The key job functions are:
- Process and verify invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
- Prepare and process payments (cheques, electronic fund transfers, wire payments) while adhering to company policies.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or billing issues.
- Maintain accurate and organized AP files and documentation for audit purposes.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes by preparing AP-related journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to respond to inquiries, provide payment status, and resolve outstanding issues.
- Support payroll and other accounting functions as required.
- Contribute to process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting department.
Education: - Post-secondary in accounting (or related field) is considered an asset.
Experience: - 1-2+ years of Accounts Payable (AP) experience is required.
- Experience in construction (or similar industry) is considered an asset.
Skills: - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities with the capacity to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- High level of reliability, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Base Salary: $25+ per hour
- Salary based on experience.
- Full benefits package included.
Work Hours: - 40 hours per week.
- Monday to Friday.
Remote Work:
- This position is not remote and required to be on-site.
Additional Notes: - This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.
About Staffing® recruiters are Alberta's experts in connecting candidates with accounting jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate and industrial fields.
The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies. Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer's needs of the positions we are actively working on.
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