Job Description:

Reports to:   The Senior Accountant in the Treasurer’s Department

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Finance Department filing system;
• Coding and entering of Invoices for payment(s);
• Prepare and process accounts payable cheques/EFTs in a timely manner including matching all approved purchase orders with invoices along with the necessary documents for payment (i.e. receiving reports, etc.);
• Respond to suppliers’ inquiry in relation to invoices (i.e. outstanding amounts, payments and other related questions regarding accounts payable);
• Verify suppliers’ monthly statements to make sure any outstanding invoices are paid;
• Obtaining signatures on checks and EFT’s;
• Mailing cheques;
• Be available to travel, as requested;
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Certificate or diploma in Accounting, or a related field; a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered;
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a related field;
• Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
• Effective Computer skills : Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Organized and punctual;
• Solution focused;
• Able to work under pressure;
• Able to work autonomously and as part of team.
• Security clearance is required.

Benefits: