Athabasca University is recruiting for a Financial Operations Assistant.

This role is virtual with place based duties on site.

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02

The Position:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Revenue Accounting, the Financial Operations Assistant will support the Financial Operations functions which include Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury. The incumbent will be responsible for the effective and efficient processing of the University's Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions in accordance with Athabasca University (AU) policies and procedures. This position will work closely with university staff at various levels, students, vendors and other stakeholders to assist with the effective and efficient processing of financial transactions.

Qualifications:

- Education: Minimum grade twelve, preferably with two years of related post-secondary education with an accounting or business concentration. The incumbent must have introductory level accounting knowledge.
- Experience: Preferably,



three years progressive experience in a computerized accounting environment, including one year involving accounts receivable or accounts payable.
- Skills: Advanced computer skills with proficiency in the Windows environment, and with spreadsheet and word processing programs and a familiarity with computerized accounting systems. Highly developed organizational and time management skills to accomplish high volumes of work Attention to detail, excellent investigative and analytical skills, and a demonstrated ability to think logically in search for solutions in an ever-changing work environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a solid appreciation and focus on client service. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

A detailed can be viewed at: Financial Operations Assistant

Contact Information:

For more information regarding this role, please contact Kathy Bury, Manager, Finance Operations, at [email protected].

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