Accounts payable technician
Carleton University’s Business Operations Department based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Accounts payable technician. Carleton University’s Business Operations Department manages essential campus services, including retail, parking, food, and hospitality. It provides operational support to enhance the student and staff experience. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Carleton University
Department: Business Operations
Position: Accounts payable technician
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $64551.00 – $70498.00 yearly
Employment Type: Full time
Employee Group: CUPE 2424
Job Category: Administrative
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Shift: 35 Hours/Week
Job ID: J0225-0136
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of completed a three-year undergraduate diploma in Accounting or Business
Experience: Candidates should have three years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping environment, including utilizing an accounts payable system
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should work well with team members to share duties efficiently and effectively, contributing to project work, process mapping, and other team-based activities
- The candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work accurately and efficiently with a high degree of attention to detail
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should understand the accounting principles used in posting and reconciling transactions to the general ledger and sub-ledger accounts
- The candidates should have knowledge of internal controls in an accounts payable system to ensure accurate processing of documents that meet audit requirements
- The candidates should remain current on related CRA legislation to determine employment status and appropriately handle domestic and foreign taxable payments and HST payable
- The candidates should understand the HST rebate and input tax credit rules to maximize credit recovery for the university
- The candidates should be aware of the legal requirements of foreign transactions to facilitate the payment process and reduce liability to the university
- The candidates should be articulate and possess good interpersonal skills due to high levels of customer contact
- The candidates should remain current on evolving payment platforms and understand how different programs integrate data for payable functions
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to ensure that supplier invoices, requisitions, independent contractor forms, and other payment requests comply with university policies and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines, as well as international payment (FINTRAC) rules where applicable
- The candidates should be able to process various payment methods, including direct deposit, cheque, credit card solutions, and electronic payment options
- The candidates should be able to participate in testing and implementing new systems, providing significant community support during transition periods
- The candidates should be able to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students, offering guidance on financial matters and coordinating service delivery with other Business Office units
- The candidates should be able to assist in the development of new policies and procedures related to Accounts Payable
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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