CLASS III ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
MGEU
This is a 12-month, full-time permanent position in the Secretary Treasurer’s Department.
Under the supervision of the Accountant, the Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing invoices for payment in a computerized accounts payable/purchase order system. Applicant should be able to work well both independently and in a team environment. The successful candidate requires good organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal tactfully with staff and suppliers. Applicant is required to meet constant deadlines and adapt to changes in processes.
Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Processing invoices for payment, matching purchase order to invoice
Confirm goods receipt entry and resolve outstanding invoices and credit notes
Utilize intermediate excel skills to format and upload mass electronic billing data
Correctly determine and apply tax applications for purchases
Ability to acquire understanding of chart of accounts and confirm correct coding of purchases
Review of manual requests for reimbursement to assess accuracy, eligibility, proper authorization, correct coding, and perform follow-up as required
Generate, format and reconcile weekly school reimbursement reports
Process cheques and electronic funds transfers including upload and release of electronic funds transfer files
Follow-up with schools, department and vendors to ensure timely processing of Accounts Payable transactions
Assists with year end accruals for invoices and purchase orders
Support other Accounts Payable Clerks and School Clerks with Accounts Payable functions
Dedication to anti-racism, equity, and diversity
Proven commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
Proven ability to build collaborated cultures founded on integrity and collective purpose
Qualifications
Other duties as required
Complete secondary education with one-year relevant experience
Completion of one year accredited Accounting course
Knowledge and experience with accounting systems and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word at an intermediate level
Proficient in Excel at an intermediate level
Experience with Division software and Government of Manitoba FRAME Manual would be an asset
Proven ability to work independently and as part of team
Knowledge of Division policies and procedure is an asset
How To Apply
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We thank all interested individuals, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information Check
Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups.
About Winnipeg School Division
WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part time employees in 84 locations including 79 schools (including one virtual school), two administrative buildings, a training centre, a buildings maintenance location and school bus depot and our fleet of almost 100 school buses. Every employee is vital in helping us achieve our purpose, vision, values and principles of learning to support the almost 30,000 students we serve.
Joining Winnipeg School Division means getting the opportunity to work in schools in a variety of communities throughout Winnipeg that are culturally diverse and emphasize the inclusion of all students.
