Job Description

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the University of Prince Edward Island is seeking applications from qualified individuals to provide timely and efficient office-related support services in the Accounts Payable unit of Financial Services. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process supplier invoices for payment including payments to international suppliers through wire transfers and US currency cheques
• Application of withholding tax and T4A and T4A-NR requirements when processing payments
• Application of CBSA regulations and other custom obligations related to importation of goods and services when processing payments
• Understand and apply appropriate HST provisions including rebates, input tax credits and self-assessment when processing payments
• Process travel and expense claims
• Reconcile internal and external accounts and documentation on a regular basis in a quick and accurate manner
• Address inquiries from departments, suppliers and others both verbally and in writing in a timely and professional manner
• Verify information for accuracy and follow up on incomplete documentation
• Sound knowledge of departmental and University regulations and policies and their application
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Other duties as required

• Successful completion of a two-year business administration or accounting program (clearly indicate start/end dates)
• Minimum of 3 years accounts payable experience, preferably in a University or similar setting
• Demonstrated excellent written communication skills
• Experience providing exceptional customer service
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience working with, computerized accounting systems. Must have strong Excel or other spreadsheet experience
• Working knowledge of Canadian tax laws and regulations
• Working knowledge of Customs, CBSA and related government guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and efficiently manage time to meet given deadlines