Established in 1919, Fort Garry Fire Trucks is Canada’s leading manufacturer of quality fire trucks. Fort Garry Fire Trucks is looking to hire a full-time Accounts Payable Clerk. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Accounts Payable Clerk at Fort Garry Fire Trucks matches supplier invoices to purchase orders and receiving slips, provides reception coverage, and processes accounts payable. The ideal candidate understands basic accounting principles, possesses a positive attitude, and is eager to learn.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient computer skills using Outlook, Excel, Word
• Prior experience in an accounting position
• An understanding of the relationship between inventory and Accounts Payable
• Experience using a computerized accounting program
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Fluent spoken and written English and good communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Legally eligible to work in Manitoba
• Reliable transportation; busing is not available at our location

• Reception relief; including answering and transferring calls through a switchboard, providing administrative support for sales and configuration departments, and managing mail and courier deliveries
• Receiving and matching supplier invoices to purchase orders / receiving slips
• Reviewing invoices for accuracy, confirming duties, taxes, totals and approvals
• Entering invoices into the accounting system
• Assisting with payment run processing
• Coding and entering sales staff expenses
• Filing and maintenance of invoices and vendor files
• Answering vendor and internal questions and inquiries
• Maintaining accounts payable reports and spreadsheets
• General accounting support
• Other office duties as required