Accounting Clerk

The opportunity:

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Accounting Clerk - Payables to join our team in our Edmonton office. As the ideal candidate, you are an excellent communicator with effective organizational skills, and an exceptional attention to detail. This position will also provide you with autonomy as you will be required to complete tasks with minimal supervision. 

What we offer:

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long term growth & success
  • Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health/dental/vision coverage
  • Fitness allowance
  • Employee and family assistance programs
  • Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
  • Generous paid vacation
  • Paid office closure over December holiday break
  • Industry leading paid sick time
  • Maternity/paternity leave top up program 
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
  • Formal mentoring programs
  • Paid professional development hours
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
  • Company-wide social events
  • Regular lunch-and-learns
  • Community volunteer opportunities

What you’ll do:

•  Verifying the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records.
• Ensuring appropriate approvals for incoming invoices and expense reports.
• Coding and entering invoice data into our defined ERP system.
• Reviewing data entered into our ERP system for accuracy.
• Updating and maintaining accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions (e.g., disbursements, expense vouchers, receipts, accounts payable).
• Preparing and performing payment runs for both cheque and EFT payments.
• Setting up and maintaining vendor mast files within our database.
• Responding to vendor inquiries and performing any follow up required.
• Assisting with month-end closing procedures.
• Communicating with a variety of stakeholders to ensure proper approvals for all invoices. 

Does this sound like you?

• A Diploma in Business Administration or Accounting from an accredited technical institute. 
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Payable experience. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly detail oriented and accurate.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work with deadlines.  

About Us:

At Associated Engineering, were passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our company culture is shaped by:

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at! 
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next? Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!  

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.