Job Description

CARE AND BE CARED FOR \xe2\x80\x93 THIS IS YOUR HOME

Are you an accounts payable specialist? Are you looking to make a difference in your community? You\xe2\x80\x99re looking in the right place.

By applying your accounts payable expertise, you will have the opportunity to impact lives in your community, enjoy a balanced lifestyle, and be part of a great team that makes care happen.

We are currently looking for a Regular Full-time Accounts Payable Assistant!

What will you do?

As an essential member of the Finance team, reporting to the Senior Accountant, the Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for providing accounts payable and financial related activities services for Home and Community Care Support Services Central West. Specifically, responsibilities may including the following:

• Process, reconcile, match and verify supplier invoices, cheque requests and board expense reports for input.
• Input invoices, cheque requests and expense reports into Great Plains.
• Ensure all requests are properly authorized and receipt of goods or services are acknowledged.
• Once authorized, post into accounting software. Run Accounts Payable reports.
• Reconcile supplier statements to the documents at hand or details in the system.
• Prepare direct deposit and cheques and post into accounting software.
• Post the payment file to the x drive.
• Prepare direct deposit advices and forward to the service providers/suppliers.
• With the assistance of the purchasing department, prepare a list of outstanding purchase orders at month end.
• Provide information to Accounting Supervisor each month end to facilitate the preparation of accruals.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports.
• Identify issues/discrepancies that differ from policy and recommend appropriate solution.
• Keep organized and accurate vendor records for audit purposes.
• Follow the organization\xe2\x80\x99s policies and procedures for acquisitions/purchasing.
• Participates in various organizational committees as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

What must you have?

• Secondary school diploma plus one to two years formal education in accounting.
• At least one (1) year but less than three (3) years job related accounts payable experience.
• Knowledge of Home and Community Care Support Services Central West
• Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Understanding of obligations with respect to client privacy, confidentiality and security.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software (Excel, Word and Great Plains Accounting System).
• Exposure to accounting, data controls and working in a controlled environment would be considered assets.
• Excellent problem-solving, mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong aptitude for detail work and accuracy.
• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.

What would give you the edge?

• Bilingualism (English/French) would be a definite asset.

What do we offer?

We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: \xe2\x80\x8b

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits\xe2\x80\x8b
• Valuable development opportunities\xe2\x80\x8b
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan\xe2\x80\x8b

Who are we?

We are Home and Community Care Support Services, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.

Why join us?

If you\xe2\x80\x99re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Home and Community Care Support Services is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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