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FULL-TIME POSITION (35 hours/week) – temporary until return of incumbent

The Accounting Clerk I is responsible for the full-cycle processing of invoices and other related documents for payment. The Accounting Clerk I also performs a variety of general clerical duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Matches invoices to packing slips and purchase orders, checks for accuracy and completeness, proper authorization and coding and investigates any discrepancies. Validates vendor information and payment terms for data entry.

Reviews, investigates and adjusts discrepancies in accounts payable batches.

Generates payment notifications for approval and distribution.

Assists with vendor file database maintenance. Assists with T4A vendor analysis and preparation as required.

Assists with investigating open purchase orders. Investigates inquiries from suppliers, auditors, and district staff concerning accounts payable issues and resolves any issues.

Reconciles vendor statements to payment records, identifies outstanding items and contacts suppliers regarding outstanding orders.

Provides relief of District Reception and accounts receivable functions as required. Performs general clerical duties.

Qualifications:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

Post-secondary courses in accounting plus two years accounts payable and/or receivable experience or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience.

Sound knowledge of accounts payable practices and procedures.

This position offers a competitive salary of $32.31 per hour and a benefit package. Please send resume and cover letter in ONE pdf document to:

Human Resources

Burnaby School District

4054 Norfolk Street

Burnaby, B.C. V5G 0C3

E-mail: applications@burnabyschools.ca

Only those applicants considered for interview will be contacted.

The Burnaby School District embraces diversity as a privilege and a strength. We strive for accepting, safe, supportive, and inviting communities where the goal is for all members to feel a sense of belonging. Our (schools or worksites) are for everyone and we respect each person’s contributions.