Accounts Payable and General Accounting

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Accounts Payable and General Accounting professional to perform not only accounts payable–related duties but also general accounting tasks within our organization, supporting YWCA Calgary’s business goals and objectives by ensuring that Accounting and Financial Services functions, including accounts payable and related reconciliations, are completed accurately and in a timely manner.  

This position works 37.5 hours per week and is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement

WHAT WE OFFER

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community


• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development


• Comprehensive benefits including an employee assistance plan


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  Paid time off ( for eligible roles; prorated based on start date) includes:

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  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  
  
  • 6 personal days
  
  
  • 12 sick days
  
  
  • A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
  
  

  WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Review coding and supporting documentation on all invoices and expense reports for accuracy, ensuring appropriate authorization is in place


• Monitor accounts payable to ensure vendor payments are processed in a timely manner and to prevent duplicate payments


• Validate GST calculations on invoices to ensure accuracy


• Process and post invoices in NetSuite


• Review and ensure signing authority access and limits are current and accurately maintained in the accounting system


• Work with the Senior Accountant on stop payments, as required


• Upload weekly EFT payment files from NetSuite in a timely manner


• Prepare adjusting entries for accounts payable coding adjustments in the general ledger


• Complete monthly aged accounts payable reconciliations for review


• Complete monthly MasterCard statement reconciliations


• Provide training to new Employee Center users, as required


• Scan and review invoices and expense reports, clarifying any questionable items or calculation errors


• Maintain electronic backup files for coding, adjustments, and payments processed through accounts payable


• Provide invoices and reports for general ledger or vendor history upon request


• Record and summarize general ledger transactions to support budget variance analysis


• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts


• Respond to inquiries and clarify or resolve outstanding issues with internal stakeholders and external vendors


• Assist with audit inquiries related to accounts payable and general accounting areas


• Collaborate with the Finance team, NetSuite users, and other cost centers to identify required actions and provide necessary support

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some post‑secondary education in accounting or a related field


• 2-3 years of accounts payable experience is preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Hands‑on experience with computerized systems to enter, retrieve, and analyze data, with the ability to leverage systems to improve processes


• Excel skills and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite


• Strong communication skills


• Previous experience with accounts payable automation tools or implementing OCR is considered an asset


• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and to engage courteously and tactfully with external stakeholders


• Detail‑oriented, with a strong passion for problem‑solving

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.
Deadline: until a suitable candidate is found
Apply today by submitting your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.
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