AP / AR Clerk

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:

POSITION:                 AP / AR Clerk

STATUS:                    Temporary; Full-Time (1 year)

SHIFT:                        35 hours per week

LOCATION:                Provincial Office in Vancouver, BC

CLASSIFICATION:    Exempt           

WAGE:                        Salaried                                                          

CLOSING DATE:       Open Until Filled

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.  Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website.  We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission and principles. 

The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your application.

About the Position:

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the AP/AR Clerk assists in processing, entry and payment of accounts payables and receivables for the Society in a timely manner and ensures that all associated records are accurately kept.

Some specific duties:

Processing of payables:           

• Receiving invoices and expense claims, checking for completion and correctness.
• Entering/posting invoices into accounting software.
• Reconciling vendor accounts as necessary.
• Collating backup documents and reports for high-volume cheque runs.
• Distributing cheques in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Maintaining filing and records for all paid invoices.
• Assisting with payables requirements for interim and year-end audit processes.

Processing of receivables:

• Receiving revenue reports and bank information from locations.
• Entering revenue and bank information into accounting software.
• Reconciling bank accounts belonging to non-unionized locations.
• Maintaining filing and records for related revenue reports and bank reconciliations.
• Processing and distribution of accounts receivable invoices, credits.
• Maintaining filing and records of invoices and payments.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you need to have:

• Minimum of three (3) years accounts payable or receivables experience.
• Strong computer skills essential; Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office suite proficiency.
• Experience with Financial Edge an asset.
• Good command of the English language – verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, customer service and communication  skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member with minimum supervision.
• Ability to prioritize demands on time.
• Must be flexible to perform a variety of duties.
• Experience with not-for-profit accounting is an asset.
• Experience with “paperless” software/system an asset.
• Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.

How to apply:

If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/

We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls, please. 

The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001