Job Description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact . Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Accounts Payable Technician
Appointment Type Full-time Continuing
Position Dates Full-Time Continuing
Hours per week/FTE 35
About the Position

Lethbridge College is looking for a self-motivated individual to join their Accounting Services staff as an Accounts Payable Technician. Reporting to the Manager Procurement Services, this position\'s primary focus is to organize and perform a range of tasks by applying established policies and procedures for the preparation and processing of accounts payable transactions. The position will be responsible for providing customer service for internal and external customers and liaising with other Finance departments.
Position Details

Responsibilities will include: ensuring adherence to the Lethbridge College Accounts Payable policies and procedures; daily/weekly/monthly accounts payable processing including auditing and coding invoices and processing cheque runs; and managing employee advances, prepaid purchase orders and voucher entry; recording and balancing of prepaids, and monthly purchase order accruals. The incumbent will also establish and maintain recurring vouchers related to leases, contract and blanket purchase orders and organize and maintain original copies of Lethbridge College contracts. Monthly account reconciliations and reporting are required to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Will maintain the MasterCard user database in a backup role to the Procurement Tech.
Required Qualifications

• Minimum Business Diploma specializing in Accounting, plus two years of related work experience; combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Computer experience in an integrated ERP, combined with a strong working knowledge of MS Office suites is highly desirable.
• Detail-Oriented
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, customer focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications
Salary AUPE Class Level 8 Step 1 at $46,059.35 per annum
Working Here

Land Acknowledgement

Located on the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Lethbridge College is committed to honouring the land from a place of knowing. We honour the Siksikaitsitapi as both the traditional and current Land Keepers of this area, and we welcome all Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples who call Blackfoot territory their home to disclose as such when submitting applications.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

At Lethbridge College, we know we all benefit when the rich diversity of our campus community is fully represented, and all students and employees are included. We are committed to identifying and overcoming systemic barriers that impede individuals from underrepresented groups. We are ready to work together to ensure Lethbridge College is a place where all individuals feel valued for their unique perspectives, skills, and contributions and are afforded equal opportunities to participate in learning, research, and innovation.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge College

Lethbridge College is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning.

We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community.

Lethbridge advantages

Lethbridge offers a relatively low cost of living, with mild winters and sun-filled summers. Outdoor adventures await you in the city\'s vast park systems and river valley, and we\'re located just an hour and 20 minutes from the mountains. Enjoy the advantages of small-city life while accessing the amenities of a larger city, including arts and culture, sport and recreational facilities, and year-round family-friendly events.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P23-00503
Open Date 07/10/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact . Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents * Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents * Letter of Recommendation

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