Job Description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Permanent, Part-time (21 hours per week)

Hourly Rate ($23.32 - $27.44) + Health Benefits + HOOPP

We offer a competitive benefits package: 3 weeks paid vacation; paid sick time; flexible work hours and no shift work; excellent extended health, dental and vision care benefits. Benefits to be pro-rated for part-time hours.

We are a proud participant of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), Canada's largest and most respected pension plan that provides a secure monthly income at retirement.

BACKGROUND

The Vaughan Community Health Centre (VCHC) is a not-for-profit, community-governed organization providing primary health care, social services, and illness prevention programs primarily to the residents of the Western and Northern York Region. We serve people experiencing barriers to accessing health care services due to culture, language, age, chronic illness, or the like. We are committed to providing services with and for local Indigenous, Black, racialized and other disadvantaged communities.

VCHC has implemented a direct referral system to improve access to inter-professional care by allowing non-team-based family physicians to connect vulnerable (medically and socially complex) clients to services available at the VCHC. As part of the health promotion framework of our services, we work in partnership with other community-based health and social service organizations to address individual, family and community needs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Clerk will assist the Manager of Finance to ensure the financial records of the Centre are maintained in an accurate and timely manner. The Accounts Payable Clerk will work 3 days per week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize, review and verify invoices, and follow-up on issues related to invoices Enter and post Accounts Payable (AP) transactions in Great Plains system with accurate general ledger account in a timely manner Manage accounts payable and process payment to vendors using cheques and EFTs in an accurate and timely manner Communicate with vendors in a timely manner after payment have been processed and respond to vendor inquiries as needed Reconcile payments with staff and external vendors Reconcile monthly payable reports Assist with monthly bank reconciliation Assist with quarterly reporting and year-end audit Enhance internal control by closely monitoring payments and maintaining AP ledgers Ensure accounts payable documents are organized and maintained for audit purposes Other work related to finance assigned by the Manager of Finance as needed

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

College diploma or degree in a recognized accounting/finance program Minimum one (1) year's work experience in accounts payable Working knowledge of Great Plains is an asset Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook) Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong organizational, problem-solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Interviews will occur on rolling basis; please apply as soon as you can.

Successful candidates cannot be existing clients of the Vaughan Community Health Centre.

Successful candidates will be required to:

o Show proof of a completed a 2-step TB test and measles vaccination/immunity

o Complete a vulnerable sector check

Please send your cover letter and resume to:

Accounts Payable Clerk Hiring Committee

c/o Vaughan Community Health Centre Head Office

9401 Jane Street, Suite 206

Vaughan, Ontario L6A 4H7

Fax: (905) 303-9444

www.vaughanchc.com

While applications are preferred via email, you are welcome to apply by fax, mail or in person.

Accommodations during the recruitment, selection, and interview processes will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code if needed. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please call us at (905) 303-8490 ext.2631 to provide your contact information and a member from the hiring Committee will contact you.

Vaughan Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer and encourages resumes from people who are reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to excellence and hire based on merit.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.32-$27.44 per hour

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person