Job Description

THE UNITED COUNTIES OF LEEDS AND GRENVILLE

Administration Division

Accounting Services Department

Invites applications for the position of:

Accounts Payable Clerk PFT

Permanent Full Time

Start Date: December 2025

2025 Salary Grid 3: $28.87-$34.36

Location: Brockville, Ontario

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting/Deputy Treasurer, the Accounts Payable Clerk will perform the day-to-day general accounting duties as it relates to the accounts payable functions for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. The Accounts Payable Clerk follows the company policies and procedures as it relates to the Accounts Payable function ensuring coding, verification and approval is obtained for each invoice. This position is responsible for processing both cheque and Electronic Funds Transfer batches of a high volume and of significant financial value in a timely manner. The Accounts Payable Clerk also provides assistance to our vendors and company personnel responding to their inquiries in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Certification & Licenses

Community College Diploma in accounting, or related field.

Experience

Minimum two (2) years experience in finance or bookkeeping. Experience working in a Municipal setting would be considered an asset.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities & Competencies

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and Work Tech experience would be considered an asset. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal Proven organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet specific deadlines. Proven ability to consistently maintain high quality standards Meticulous attention to detail and a strong degree of accuracy/reliability

SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Activity 1: Data Entry of Departmental Invoices and Process Payment (approximately 50%)

Receive all invoices/credit notes via e-mail or directly through postal mail to sort for payment, determine which department the invoices belong to and code with appropriate G/L string where warranted. Maintain and update spreadsheets for G/L splits across different departments to determine the cost share allocation prior to invoice payment Match packing slips and purchase orders when applicable Promptly distributed all invoices to supervisors, managers, directors, or CAO for approval based on the Counties approved signing authorities Review all approved invoices for proper approval and enter batches into the financial system(s) for payment in accordance with established policies and procedures Maintain an accurate filing system and ensure all invoices and payment documentation are filed in a timely manner Process weekly meal allowance reimbursement payments for Paramedic Service employees Prepare and reconcile monthly preauthorized payments for all locations

Activity 2: Payable Cheques, Manual Payments and Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT) (approximately 25%)

Process both weekly and ad hoc EFT and cheque batches in accordance with established policies and procedures Process bank approvals/confirmations and file for record keeping. Process payment batches in Great Plains for CSS Deposit cheques weekly Deliver Bank deposits Collect and match all fuel receipts for all public works vehicles

Activity 3: Vendor Maintenance and Correspondence (approximately 5%)

Maintenance of /update to vendor information in UCLG systems. Answer both phone calls and e-mails from vendors to respond to payment inquiries such as timing of payments, payment discrepancies, disputed invoices or other general questions New Vendor set up: requests come from various departments for new vendor set up and employee meal allowance or mileage claims that require set up. Ensure any new EFT information is verbally verified prior to making any changes in the Counties financial system and receive secondary approval when setting up EFT information to reduce the risk of fraud Execute a prenote report in the financial system and have this reviewed and approved before the Accounts Payable Clerk does a final review of the documentation and files it electronically Enter Station Supply Requests to update inventory for Paramedics Services in Great Plains Collect all spoiled postage and return for credit to supplier

Activity 4: Administration (approximately 20%)

Pull invoices and/or research payments to assist departmental inquiries Prepare and maintain accounting records and entry of data into the computer system. Monitor postage machine for sufficient postage Provide back-up support and/or assistance for other Accounting Services team members Provide administrative support in the form of filing, typing of correspondent and reposts, and preparation of spreadsheets. Assist with the preparation of year-end working papers for year-end audit and assists with internal auditing as required. Keep apprised of and adhere to Counties' policies and procedures regarding travel, cleaning, rental and lease contracts, and maintains an accurate filing system of back-up documentation. Transfer current year invoicing for records retention and prepare folders for next year at end of year.

Other related duties, as requested and required.

The foregoing reflects the general duties necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed to be all of the work requirements that may be inherent in this classification.

How to Apply:

Please quote "

Competition #ACCOU001332 - Accounts Payable Clerk, PFT"

and

apply with cover letter and resume

to the job posting on the Careers section of our website at https://www.leedsgrenville.com/en/government/careers.aspx/ View our Job Opportunities.

On or before Wednesday November 19th, 2025 @ 4 PM

Applicant information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

(MFIPPA)

, and will only be used for candidate selection.



The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is committed to providing a recruitment and selection process that is both inclusive and free from barriers. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request, and will be provided in accordance with the

Ontario Human Rights Code

and the

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Applicants are required, in advance, to make any accommodation request known to Human Resources by contacting the department at 1-800-770-2170 or using the Bell Relay Service. Human Resources will strive to provide reasonable and appropriate accommodation for all applicants, during the recruitment and selection process, which will ensure the process, is conducted in a fair and equitable manner.