Overview
OSSTF-ESSP Accounts Payable Associate, Financial Services, Temporary Position. Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties with a focus on engagement, inspiration, and innovation. Location: Education Centre in Seaforth, Ontario.
Position Details
- Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, 12 months per year
- Start Date: May 1, 2026
- End Date: June 25, 2027
- Rate of Pay: $24.86 per hour, Level 1 as outlined in the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement
- Vacancy Status: current vacancy
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Process invoices for payment in accordance with standard procedures and payment schedules, including but not limited to:
- Organize and prepare invoices, expense claims and internal payment requests for payment
- Confirm transactions are in accordance with Board procedures (i.e., proper authorization, itemized receipts, etc.)
- Calculate and code tax rebate where applicable
- Assign general ledger account code where applicable
- Input invoice data into the Board’s accounting system
- Prepare and balance invoice batches for payment, including AP batch audits of payment items entered by another member of the Financial Services team
- Generate cheques and electronic funds transfers (EFT) for payment and assist in the accounting for preauthorized distribution payments (PAD)
- Distribute cheques and remittance advices to vendors including external, schools, and departments
- Initiate stop payment as required (e.g., due to lost cheque or incorrect payee)
- File completed transactions
- Communicate with all Board sites and departments regarding payments to vendors, employees, host families, etc.
- Liaise with vendors regarding outstanding or incorrect invoices, payments, etc.
- Perform related general office duties including filing, archiving, processing department mail, e-mail and internal courier, etc.
Job Specifications And Requirements
- Completion of a one year community college business program plus up to six (6) months related experience; or a combination of experience, education and training that is considered equivalent
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and computerized financial systems (e.g., Sparkrock)
- Proficient and accurate keyboarding skills
- Demonstrated belief in customer service excellence
- The capacity to problem-solve, and multi-task in a busy environment
- Ability to self-motivate and to work both independently and within a team
- Proven professional oral and written communication skills and a high degree of confidentiality
Note: A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.
Why Join AMDSB?
- We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments
- Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers
- Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration
- Competitive benefits
Benefits And Pension
- Health & Dental Perks: Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental (including Orthodontics), Out of Province/Country and Health Care Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS with 24/7 Confidential Support and access to wellbeing resources
- Pension Plan: Defined benefit through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System
Join our team today. Apply through the AMDSB careers portal. We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Only applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements will be contacted. If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at .
Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information provided on the applicant's profile page. The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support candidates in the hiring process as required by law.
Director of Education: Dr. Graham Shantz
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