Accounting Technician ll

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 21,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

MacEwan University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Technician II to join our Accounts Payable (AP) team of the Shared Services Centre (SSC), a department within Financial Services. This full-time continuing position supports the university by providing accounts payable expertise and a strong commitment to the delivery of service excellence.

As an Accounts Payable Accounting Technician II, you will report to the Accounts Payable Supervisor and be primarily responsible for accurate and timely processing of assigned supplier invoice and voucher processing, ensuring compliance with policy and procedures, participating in regulatory accounting period activities, building and maintaining strong business partnerships with key stakeholders, and providing outstanding customer service excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative and service-focused environment. If you are keen, motivated and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply today!

Key responsibilities include:

Invoice, Voucher and Payment Management

• Review and verify supplier invoices for timely and accurate payment with a three-way match process; ensuring proper authorizations, supporting documentation and compliance;
• Timely and accurate entry of supplier invoices for payment processing;
• Processing journal vouchers and voucher corrections; and
• Monitor payment schedules to ensure timely disbursements.

Customer Service & Support

• Provide customer service support and expert advice to MacEwan stakeholders on accounts payable processes;
• Collaborate with purchasing and receiving departments to resolve invoice or purchase order concerns;
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned supplier inquiries regarding payment and account status;
• Build and maintain positive business partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders;
• Participate in team meetings and proactively identify opportunities to improve business processes; and
• Cross train on other operational and accounting functions to support departmental objectives within the SSC as required and directed by the Senior Manager, SSC.

Reconciliation, Records and Compliance

• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding balances or discrepancies;
• Assist in month-end and year-end close activities by performing monthly account reconciliations and journal entries;
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, operational procedures, and best practices;
• Maintain organized and accurate records of invoices, payments, and correspondence using a digital file system; and
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and information.

Skills

You will have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication and keen emotional intelligence skills;
• Strong critical thinking, investigative and analytical skills with an aptitude for identifying key issues and problem solving;
• The ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage time to meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail and initiative to maintain accurate and thorough quality of work;
• A collaborative service-focused mindset with the ability to interact, build and maintain positive working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in a professional, respectful and courteous manner;
• Strong self-motivation with the ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and remain calm and professional;
• Work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced team environment as well as independently;
• A compliance-focused mindset with strong working knowledge of accounts payable internal controls, policy and procedure interpretation, and the application of best practices; and
• High motivation to learn new skills and tasks.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Accounting or Business Administration diploma.
• A minimum of three (3) years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume accounting environment.
• Solid understanding and experience in completing account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook.)
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance and Supply Chain Management system particularly as it pertains to the Accounts Payable module, is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and business processes is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Generous vacation time
• Secure pension plan
• Flexible benefits package
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.

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This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.