Our client in the non-profit sector is looking for a Bilingual accounts payable specialist to join their team on a 6-month contract working 35 hours/week. This is a fully remote contract role but will require the successful candidate to be located in the Greater Ottawa Area.

 

Responsibilities:

• Helps administer the Association’s accounts payable and outgoing payments in compliance with existing financial policies and procedures
• Processes accounts payable and service provider invoices and uploads by verifying calculations, ensuring accuracy.
• Reviews and enters accounts payable transactions from various corporate sources into the Association’s financial information system.
• Maintains records in hard copy and electronic format in accordance with Association standards.
• Responds to inquiries and liaise with vendors, Association staff, and members on accounts payable and payment matters.
• Handles or refers requests for information to appropriate Finance staff for follow-up.
• Manages the filing, storage, and security of accounts payable documents.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Fluency in both English and French
• Post Secondary Certificate/Diploma (2 years or more) in Accounting or Business or related field or and less than 2 years of experience (or equivalent combination).
• Minimum one (1) year experience in a general accounting field and in developing spreadsheet and/or database applications for financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of general accounting practices, principles, and procedures, with emphasis on Accounts Payable, in a computerized accounting environment and knowledge of a large ERP Accounts Payable module (ex. QuickBooks, SAP Concur).
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
• Knowledge of general office and accounting procedures and records management.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.