Job Description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Strong Internal Candidate Identified.



Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic's Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.


Start date may be negotiated.


Remote or hybrid work options may be considered for this role.

Posting Details

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Position Information

Position Title

Accounts Payable Technician II

Position Summary

Red Deer Polytechnic is currently seeking a term-certain (16 months) full-time Accounting Technician to join our team. The Accounts Payable Technician II provides critical support to Finance by coordinating accounts payable operations, purchasing card and centralized travel programs as well as preparing and processing accounts payable transactions for the institution. This position actively contributes to the protection of the polytechnic's assets and limits the risk of fraud and financial loss by using analytical skills and applying diligent financial controls.

Position Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible forVendor invoice processing Regular weekly payment processing Miscellaneous types of payments Purchasing card and single use payment card programs Travel program management Expense reporting and disclosure System testing related to AP Managing year-end cut off processes for AP, Withholding tax on payments to non-resident vendors, Any one-time and recurring projects in AP.

Required Qualifications

Diploma from Business Admin or Accounting program Three to five years of related experience Knowledge and understanding of GAAP, PSAS, Income Tax and Excise Tax Acts as they apply to AP processes and transactions Experience working in an integrated financial system Proficiency with MS office suite Proven analytical and problem-solving skills Exceptional communication skills Excellent planning and time management skills Attention to detail, accuracy and consistency Ability to work autonomously within a highly collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in public-sector or post-secondary institution Previous experience with Accounts Payable Experience with corporate card/purchasing card program management

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Currently Under Review (Current AUPE Level F $62,965-$73,660)

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory

holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta,

Red Deer Polytechnic

(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta's economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic's main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Metis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our

polytechnic community

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Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2025-A-072

Employment Type

Term-Certain Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/07/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

10/31/2026

FTE

1.0

Hours of Work

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Open Date

05/22/2025

Close Date

05/29/2025

Open Until Filled

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact

Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Strong Internal Candidate Identified.



Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic's Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.

Start date may be negotiated.

Remote or hybrid work options may be considered for this role.

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents