The Accounts Payable Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the County’s financial operations by ensuring accounts payable activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with corporate policies and financial controls. This position is responsible for managing invoice processing, coordinating payments, and resolving discrepancies while maintaining the integrity of financial information. This position operates as part of the Treasury Services team and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the County’s financial operations.

Working closely with vendors, business partners, and finance colleagues, the Accounts Payable Coordinator supports the timely and professional payment of the organization’s financial obligations. A significant component of this role is providing administrative and operational support for the County’s Purchasing Card (PCard) program, contributing to effective oversight, compliance, and continuous improvement of payment processes.

This posting is for 1 temporary position up to April 2027

Key Responsibilities:

Process and coordinate all accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices and payments are accurate, complete, and compliant with corporate policies and established financial controls

Review and verify invoices, investigate discrepancies, and work with vendors and business partners to resolve payment issues in a timely manner

Maintain accurate financial records to support the integrity of the organization’s financial reporting

Support cash flow management by ensuring payments are processed professionally and within required timelines





Provide ongoing administrative and operational support for the PCard program, including card distribution, compliance monitoring, and reporting

Deliver guidance and training related to PCard usage and compliance with internal controls

Compile and prepare accounts payable and PCard reports for review by finance leadership

Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and controls to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within Treasury Services

Collaborate with finance team members and business partners to ensure consistent application of financial policies and procedures

Work closely with vendors, business partners, and finance staff to ensure accurate payment processing and effective issue resolution

Qualifications and Skills:

Post‑secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education with a minimum of 5 years of experience

Demonstrated experience in accounts payable or financial transaction processing within a complex organization

Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies, and compliance requirements related to accounts payable

Experience using ticketing management systems would be considered an asset





High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines

Solid interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with business partners and vendors

Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and uphold the integrity of financial information

Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.

Why Join Strathcona County:

Competitive salary

Health and wellness spending account

Employee and family assistance program

Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities

Well‑being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Accounts Payable Coordinator (Alberta)
🏢 Strathcona County
📍 Alberta