Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable at Canadian Cancer Society | British Columbia, CA | Rezi

Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable at Canadian Cancer Society

Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable

Canadian Cancer Society · British Columbia, CA

2 months ago

Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable

Canadian Cancer Society · British Columbia, CA

2 months ago
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About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance, this position will support Accounts Payable (AP) processes, including timely processing of weekly payments, review of pre-authorized payments, and supporting the corporate credit card process, while ensuring compliance with CCS expense policies and internal controls.

Responsibilities

  • Review, verify and process weekly invoices, employee expense claims, rents and other payment requests in accordance with CCS policies and procedures.
  • Act as primary contact to work with CCS internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of all pre-authorized payments (PAP) month-end tasks.
  • Process weekly payables through integration/importing process from various departments.
  • Review and resolve all issues and exceptions from the Palette Invoice Log and NetSuite Exceptions Role.
  • Support the ongoing administration and transaction issues of the company-wide expense report software Palette.
  • Ensure timely resolution of staff inquiries to the Accounts Payable email inbox.
  • Support corporate credit card processes such as transactions importing, tracking, maintenance of US Bank platform, new card and limit requests, and supporting staff users to resolve issues.
  • Work with staff to troubleshoot and resolve all issues.
  • Support the AP team as a secondary backup for all processes as assigned.
  • Support in other tasks and projects as assigned.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and new system implementations as assigned.
  • Work with Senior Manager to document any new AP processes including any changes.
  • Support year-end audit for AP requests and coordinate with AP team.
  • Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of experience in similar or related field
  • Undergraduate degree or post-secondary diploma in accounting or business
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal and written) required
  • Proficient in Excel and accounting systems (complex systems e.g. NetSuite preferred)
  • Positive, solutions-focused with a ‘can do’ attitude, and ability to work both, by yourself and as part of a team
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize and multitask to meet time sensitive deadlines
  • Possess a strong knowledge of accounting principles
  • High awareness of and adherence to cyber security and related protocols
  • Comfortable working in both an office and remote environments
  • Bilingualism (French/English) is highly preferred, with French being an asset due to the organization’s nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions.
  • Others may apply

Skills

  • Excel
  • Accounting systems
  • NetSuite
  • Customer service
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Prioritization
  • Multitasking
  • Accounting principles
  • Cyber security
  • Bilingualism (French/English)

Location

  • Montreal, QC
  • Toronto, ON
  • Vancouver, BC

Work Type

  • Hybrid Work Model

Experience Level

  • At least 1 year of experience

Education Level

  • Undergraduate degree or post-secondary diploma in accounting or business

Salary/Compensations

  • $48,000 - $50,000

Benefits

  • Paid parental leave
  • Family sick time
  • Health insurance

About the Company

  • The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer.
  • Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all.
  • It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way.
  • CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer.
  • We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us.
  • Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change: COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS.

Equal Opportunity

  • We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization.
  • CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
  • In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process.
  • We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!