Finance Clerk, Accounts Payable (23-100)

Northern College is seeking a Finance Clerk, Accounts Payable in our Finance department. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to perform work accurately and with attention to detail. Must have strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for general duties of the Finance Department, specifically in Accounts Payable, purchase orders, cash receipts and cash disbursements. The incumbent has College-wide responsibilities in these areas.

What you will be doing:

• Verify completeness and accuracy of vendor invoices and request for cheque forms received (including travel, PD, and other expense claims);
• Liaise with other finance personnel, customers/students/vendors, peers, and managers for the effective operation within the Finance Department;
• Monitor finance department email and action as appropriate; and
• Prepare and record bank deposits.

A detailed job description is available from the Human Resource Services department.

What you will need to be considered:

• Two (2) year diploma or equivalent, in Business Administration with a major in Accounting; and
• Minimum of 2 years of practical experience with an integrated financial information system utilizing the general ledger and Accounts Payable. The incumbent must also have two years’ practical experience with Accounts Payable, cash management, cash receipts and purchasing practices and procedures.

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Tuition assistance;
• Generous vacation and holiday closure;
• Group insurance benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, LTD, etc.); and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal reference check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/