Temporary Senior AP/Finance Clerk - On-site - Port Perry, ON - 3 month assignment.

• $33.15- $38.20/HR
• Great company culture
• Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30pm, Friday 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Comptroller, this position provides essential clerical accounting support to the Finance Department, with a focus on accounts payable, procurement, administrative record-keeping, and vendor management. The role ensures accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and payments in compliance with established financial policies and procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining electronic records, reconciling accounts payable to the general ledger, supporting procurement tracking, and participating in audit preparation. The position also contributes to the broader finance function through policy support, reporting assistance, and financial-related communication with internal departments, vendors, and auditors.

Duties

• Input and process cheque requisitions and invoices into the financial system, ensuring appropriate authorization and accurate GST/HST calculations
• Create and update vendor records, including banking information for EFT payments
• Prepare weekly payment batches (EFT, online, and cheque payments) based on due dates to optimize payment terms and minimize late charges
• Reconcile Accounts Payable (A/P) to the General Ledger (GL) at month-end and year-end, preparing reports for approval by the Senior Comptroller
• Maintain A/P files, ensuring proper organization and recordkeeping of all relevant documents
• Input purchase orders into the financial system and reconcile invoices against open purchase orders
• Ensure proper maintenance of the purchase order system, including issuing and clearing purchase orders
• Follow established policies and procedures, providing recommendations for improvements to the Senior Comptroller
• Provide administrative support by maintaining electronic files for vendors, requisitions, invoices, and other documents
• Respond to auditor inquiries during the annual audit process, gathering files and vendor information as needed
• Assist in finance-related workshops, community development activities, and special projects as assigned by the Senior Comptroller
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with vendors, internal teams, and other stakeholders to address inquiries, resolve issues, and maintain positive relationships

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience, including full-cycle AP responsibilities.
• Work experience with a First Nation or Indigenous Organization Preferred
• Working knowledge and understanding of financial accounting with good mathematical and analytical aptitude
• Computer literate with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), accurate and efficient data entry skills, and the ability to manage documentation with attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a digital environment, including using email, shared drives, internet-based tools, and resolving basic technical or connectivity issues independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information and be a team player
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Sage (or similar ERP systems)
• Strong time management and organizational skills required in order to meet deadlines

Compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, and may also be influenced by internal equity and market conditions.

Apply today!

Pay: $33.15-$38.20 per hour

Application question(s):

• Are you open to a 3 month temporary assignment, and able to work fully on-site in Port Perry, ON?
• Do you have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable?
• Do you have QuickBooks or similar ERP experience?

Work Location: In person