Junior Accounts Payable Associate

_**Navigate Complexities. Create Change. Together. This is our purpose at CUPS**_. Our unique integrated approach to care empowers people to work holistically to create and achieve goals that support their well-being and builds readiness to navigate and access support in the community. As a formative presence, we work together to build better systems and a stronger community. _
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**The Opportunity**:
We are seeking a **Junior Accounts Payable Associate** to join our Finance Team at CUPS.

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Team Lead, you will be responsible for working within the framework of the Finance team in processing supplier invoices and employee expense claims for payment. You will ensure the accuracy of payment requests, allocation to the proper general ledger accounts, and reconcile credit card and vendor statements.

**LOCATION**: 1001 10 Ave SW, Calgary
**REPORTS TO**: Accounts Payable Team Lead
**CONTRACT** **TYPE**: Permanent

**SCHEDULE**: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours/week

**STARTING** **ANNUAL SALARY RATES**: $56,942 to $59,760

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Receive, process and post all payables-related information in a computerized accounting system, analyzing and correcting discrepancies,
- Execute weekly, and emergency payment runs
- Liaise with divisional department managers for approval and payment authorization of invoices
- Process credit card and vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.
- Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, following company policy and accepted accounting principles
- Assist in Accrual Accounts, Prepaid expenses, Gift cards and Petty cash reconciliation monthly
- Assist in the annual audit by preparing assigned reports and providing documentation as requested
- Other related tasks and administrative duties as assigned.

**What You Bring**
- 2+ years of accounts payable experience, with an Accounting certificate or diploma is preferred; however, a combination of education and experience will be considered
- Highly detail-oriented and able to analyze, problem solve and troubleshoot
- Ability to deal with confidential information professionally
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to work as a team player as well as independently
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- ERP - Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is an asset

**Employment Requirements**:

- Criminal Record Check

**Work Environment**:

- Long periods of sitting, computer work
- Periods of higher workloads and tight deadlines that may require overtime
- Individual and collaborative team based work
- Ability to work remotely from home 1 - 2 days per week after completion of orientation period
- May be exposed to information regarding trauma, hardship and stressful events

**Ready to Join Us?**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $56,942.00-$59,760.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have an Accounting diploma or certificate?
- Do you have experience with ERP - Dynamics 365 Business Central?

**Experience**:

- Accounts payable: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-04