Accounts Payable Clerk

About the Company:

Metrus Properties was founded in 1972 and since then has become an acknowledged leader in development and property management, with a portfolio of over 15 million square feet of industrial, retail and office space.

Position Summary

Perform day-to-day accounting support with respect to Metrus Properties accounts payable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Code, total, batch, enter, verify and reconcile payable transactions, including purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, sales taxes, realty taxes within Yardi Voyager.
• Setup online banking bill payments for utilities, telecommunication costs and realty taxes.
• Process payments, cut cheques and submit weekly batches to the Accounting Supervisor for review.
• Follow-up with vendors/internal staff for invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure all invoices are entered on a timely basis to meet payment runs.
• Review and reconcile vendor Statements of Account. Advise Accounting Supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Prepare 'stop payment' requests for any stale dated cheques.
• Perform related clerical duties, such as word processing, database entry and digital file maintenance.

• Ensure and enforce compliance to all company, client and legislated Safety policies and procedures

• Any additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Key Competencies

• Financial systems, processes and technology
• Organizational Awareness
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Confidentiality
• Professional personal appearance
• Customer service oriented
• Information management
• Organizing & planning skills
• Attention to detail
• Initiative
• Reliability

Education and Experience

• Completion of college, or other business administration courses
• Knowledge of general accounting procedures
• Knowledge of relevant software applications: Microsoft Office, Yardi Voyager
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Strong mathematical ability

Health and Safety

• Work in compliance with the provisions of the OHSA, regulations, and internal policies and procedures
• Report to his or her supervisor any missing or defective equipment or protective device which could endanger any person
• Report to his or her manager the contravention of the OHSA, regulations, or company H&S policies and procedures or any observed hazard
• Refrain from operating any equipment, machine, device or thing or otherwise working in a manner that may endanger anyone
• Avoid engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct
• Know, understand and implement safe work practices and procedures
• Know, understand and employ established rules and procedures for handling materials, equipment and processes (e.g. reporting unlabelled containers, using proper lifting techniques, etc.)
• Request that worn out or defective equipment be replaced
• Use all safety devices provided, ensuring optimum condition of devices and report any defects immediately to a supervisor
• Use equipment and materials only in the manner intended
• Report all injuries, incidents, hazards and unusual conditions immediately to supervisor
• Attend all required health and safety training programs (e.g. WHMIS, orientation), and apply knowledge to daily operating procedures
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures as related to your work area.

Working Conditions

• Typical office hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Light to infrequently moderate physical effort. Requires handling of light and moderate weight objects including office equipment and other office supplies and, frequently, sitting for prolonged periods of time while using the telephone and computer.

Great environment to work in. We offer competitive remuneration and benefits.

Apply Now: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you. While we ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities, please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Company is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.