ADS Level 5 - Accounts Payable Clerk - Financial Services

at  University of Prince Edward Island

The Financial Services Department is seeking applications from qualified, energetic and motivated individuals to provide timely and efficient office related support services in the Accounts Payable section of Financial Services. The Financial Services Department is responsible for the areas of finance related to Student Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking and Research Accounting. The Accounts Payable Clerk will report to the Accounts Payable Supervisor. The ideal candidate needs to be confident, friendly, outgoing, detail oriented, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and have strong organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 year post-secondary program with a focus in Accounting
• Minimum 2 years accounts payable experience, preferably in a University or similar setting
• Detailed knowledge of and experience working with computerized accounting systems and spreadsheets
• Accuracy with attention to detail
• Demonstrated excellent written communication skills
• Experience providing exceptional customer service
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and efficiently manage time to meet given deadlines

• Process supplier invoices for payment in a timely manner
• Process travel and expense claims per University policy and procures
• Verify information for accuracy and follow up on incomplete documentation
• Apply appropriate HST provisions
• Reconciliation of internal and external documentation on a regular basis
• Address inquiries from departments, suppliers and others both verbally and in writing in a timely manner
• Handling and filing of electronic and/or paper documents
• Sound knowledge of departmental and University regulations and policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned