11 Apr
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Alberta Pacific Forest Industries
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Athabasca County No. 12
11 Apr
Alberta Pacific Forest Industries
Athabasca County No. 12
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POSTING DATE: April 9, 2026
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CLOSING DATE: April 19, 2026 JOB NUMBER: 2026-30
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POSITION TYPE: Permanent
nLOCATION: St. Albert or Athabasca Area, Albertan
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking an Accounting Technician to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta or office in St. Albert, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of tasks including invoicing, tracking payments, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely collections from Al-Pac’s customers. The role also includes reconciling customer accounts and collaborating with various departments to facilitate smooth financial operations.
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Who Are We?
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Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities.
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We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification\*.
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Role Responsibilities
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- Invoicing and Billing
- Generate and process accurate and timely customer invoices.
- Insure invoices comply with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Review and verify invoice discrepancies and resolve billing issues.
- Ensure timely dispatch of invoices to customers on daily basis.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date records of customer transactions.
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Receipt
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Processing
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- Record and reconcile customer payments received.
- Monitor and track overdue accounts to ensure timely collections.
- Collaborate with finance leadership to implement effective collection strategies
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Customer
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Communication
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- Maintain open communication with customers regarding their account status.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account statements, and address and resolve customer concern in a professional and timely manner.
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Account
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- Assist in preparing regular reports on accounts receivable status.
- Work closely with Sales Team Members to ensure accurate and up-to-date customer records.
- Review the ageing report to identify overdue invoices.
- Follow up on overdue payments and communicate with customers to address any issues.
- Respond promptly to inquiries and provide clarification on any discrepancies.
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Daily
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Banking
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- Manage daily banking operations.
- Process daily trade payments and sign off on non-trade accounts receivable.
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Process
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Improvement
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- Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.
- Training & Development
- Complete all assigned internal training courses.
- Engage actively in learning activities to enhance professional skills and knowledge relevant to job responsibilities.
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Role Requirements
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- 2+ years of experience in a similar role is required.
- Diploma in Accounting/Finance (preferred) or Further Education College/High School
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
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Other
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- Computer Skills - Intermediate computer skills and knowledge including MS Office, specifically Excel.
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- Adaptability – Flexibility in handling changes in procedures and systems. Adaptation to diverse tasks and responsibilities. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Problem-Solving – Identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner. Collaborative problem-solving within the team.
- Attention to Detail – Keen attention to detail in processing invoices and reconciliation. Diligence in maintaining accurate records.
- Time Management – Effective time management to prioritize and meet deadlines. Adherence to schedules for collections.
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What We Offer
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- A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
- Company-paid dental and extended health perks, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
- Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
- Hybrid Work Arrangement Program, depen
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📌 Technician, Accounting (Athabasca County No. 12)
🏢 Alberta Pacific Forest Industries
📍 Athabasca County No. 12