Accounting Technician - Accounts Payable
Accounting Technician - Accounts Payable
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Accounting Technician Accounts Payable
Date Posted: July 15 2025
Competition Number: 77-25/26
Location: Kelowna BC
BGC Okanagan invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Accounts Payable Technician. This is a great opportunity for someone who has a desire for growth and development to be part of our awesome Finance team.
The Technician performs a variety of clerical duties in support of the organizations accounting function including checking source documents entering data into computerized accounting systems and maintains a variety of records.
We can provide:
- Flexible hours and a fun positive team environment
- Many opportunities for professional development
- Child Care discount
- Sick time and vacation time
- Benefit plan and RRSP
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices accurately and promptly ensuring proper coding and authorization.
- Finalize invoices in the electronic invoice management system (e.g. Beanworks) and prepare them for approval.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
- Prepare and process payments through various methods including checks EFT E-bill and PAD payments.
- Distributes cheques to staff and vendors.
- Processes petty cash transactions.
- Assist with the preparation of annual purchase orders.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all account payable transactions.
- Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
- Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies in a professional manner.
- Collaborate with internal departments to resolve any invoicing or payment issues.
- Assist in maintaining vendor master files and ensuring compliance with vendor payment terms.
- Assist with audits and provide necessary support for audit inquiries related to accounts payable.
- Stay updated on accounting policies regulations and best practices related to accounts payable processes.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Grade 12 plus related post-secondary courses three (3) years experience in full cycle accounts payable related experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
- Proven experience in accounts payable or related accounting role.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage Xero etc.) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles is a plus.
- Experience working in a nonprofit organization is preferred but not required.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $51403.00 salary/year RRSP benefits paid vacation and sick time.
Closing Date: Open until filled
As an equal opportunity employer BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race disability age sex religion sexual orientation nationality social or ethnic origin gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if youre legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include: Canadian citizens permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.
We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
