Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable)

Job summary

The Finance Clerk is responsible for processing accounts payable, managing vendor and employee reimbursements, and preparing financial reports. They also assist with monthly financial statements, year-end audit preparations, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Job details

NORWEST CO-OP COMMUNITY HEALTH JOB POSTING 2026 Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable) Permanent Position 1.0 EFT (full-time) Department: Finance Position: Finance Clerk (Accounts Payable) Responsible To: Director of Finance Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible Hourly Rate: $23.665- $26.568 Union: CUPE Anticipated Shift: Days Position Summary: NorWest Co-op Community Health is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Finance Clerk to join our Finance Department. The Finance Clerk will be responsible for providing accounting and accounts payable support, processing financial transactions, assisting with monthly and year-end financial activities, and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Finance team to ensure financial information is processed accurately and in a timely manner, respond to requests for accounting information professionally, and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Key Responsibilities · Process all aspects of Accounts Payable including vendor, contractor, and employee reimbursements · Prepare and process cheques and obtain appropriate signatures in accordance with NorWest policies and procedures · Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and financial reports, including cash receipt reports and other financial entries · Assist the Finance Department with year-end preparation and the annual audit process · Work collaboratively with the Finance Department to ensure finance-related tasks are completed accurately and within established deadlines · Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date financial files · Respond to requests for accounting and financial information in a timely and professional manner · Provide backup support to other Finance functions as required · Prepare Accounts Receivable as required · Perform other duties as assigned Education: College diploma or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll and/or Business Administration required Post-secondary education in Accounting and/or Finance considered an asset A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting or a related finance role Familiarity with MS Office Experience working in a non-profit and/or community health setting considered an asset Knowledge of Great Plains Dynamics accounting software and Management Reporter considered an asset Knowledge of PayWorks considered an asset Experience with payroll & benefits administration considered an asset Qualifications: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ethical business practices Ability to process transactions using computerized accounting software and prepare financial reports Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills Excellent computer skills and ability to learn and use new financial systems Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial information Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally Good verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines Ability to monitor progress and accurately track financial information and activities Ability to work independently, take initiative and exercise sound judgment Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and organizational information Please submit your application in confidence to:Rupsi Parajuli, HR AssistantNorWest Co-op Community HealthEmail: rparajuli@norwestcoop.ca Application Deadline: September 23, 2026 We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Finance Clerk is responsible for processing accounts payable, managing vendor and employee reimbursements, and preparing financial reports. They also assist with monthly financial statements, year-end audit preparations, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a college diploma or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll, or Business Administration. A minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role is required, along with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts payable
• Accounting
• Financial reporting
• Bookkeeping
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Financial records maintenance
• Data entry
• Reconciliation
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Audit Processes
• Computerized Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting Information Systems
• Accounting Software
• Benefits Administration
• Business Administration
• Business Ethics
• Management
• Communication
• Community Health
• Computer Literacy
• Electronic Funds Transfer
• Finance
• Financial Systems
• Financial Statements
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proactivity
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Accounts Payable Clerk
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks