##Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: Level N

##About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

##About Us

Financial Services' mission is to provide effective financial leadership, services, information and stewardship in support of the academic, research and service activities of Western’s community.

##Responsibilities

The Accounting Assistant will provide financial and administrative assistance within Financial Services, to ensure that finances are accurate and up-to-date. The Accounting Assistant is accountable for ensuring the prompt and accurate processing and payment of the high volume of invoices received from vendors for the purchase of goods and services, as well as the transfer of funds for non-purchasing related requests. The Accounting Assistant will review and ensure that invoices meet the University's documentation standards and will process invoices in accordance with departmental controls and Western policies and procedures. The Accounting Assistant acts as a first point of contact for inquiries, investigating and responding to vendor and department inquiries related to accounts payable.

##Qualifications

Education:

• 2 year Community College Diploma in Business Accounting or Financial Administration

Experience:

• 2 years’ experience in accounts payable, using a computerized accounting system

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Detail oriented with an ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
• Communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner and adapt communication style to suit the situation and the audience
• Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and follow through on work assignments
• Proven ability and natural inclination to interact with people in professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
• Ability to provide guidance and support to ensure compliance with processes in a way that is positively received
• Results-oriented with an ability to handle many tasks and maintain a high level of performance
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate internal and external policies, guidelines and practices to stakeholders
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office, including spreadsheet maintenance, word processing and database management
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve departmental results
• Familiar with applications used by Western – e-mail, calendars, OWL, Cascade, PeopleSoft, Mustang Market preferred

##Union Statement

Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.

##Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

##Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.