Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable)

Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable)
Permanent Position
1.0 EFT (full-time)

Department: Finance

Position: Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable)

Responsible To: Director of Finance

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Hourly Rate: $23.665- $26.568

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Shift: Days

NorWest Co-op Community Health is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Finance Clerk to join our Finance Department. The Finance Clerk will be responsible for providing accounting and accounts payable support processing financial transactions assisting with monthly and year-end financial activities and maintaining accurate financial records.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Finance team to ensure financial information is processed accurately and in a timely manner respond to requests for accounting information professionally and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• College diploma or certificate in Accounting Bookkeeping Payroll and/or Business Administration required
• Post-secondary education in Accounting and/or Finance considered an asset
• A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

• Minimum 12 years of experience in accounts payable accounting or a related finance role
• Familiarity with MS Office
• Experience working in a non-profit and/or community health setting considered an asset
• Knowledge of Great Plains Dynamics accounting software and Management Reporter considered an asset
• Knowledge of PayWorks considered an asset
• Experience with payroll & benefits administration considered an asset

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ethical business practices
• Ability to process transactions using computerized accounting software and prepare financial reports
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn and use new financial systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial information
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to monitor progress and accurately track financial information and activities
• Ability to work independently take initiative and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and organizational information

We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.