Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Position:

Accounts Payable Clerk

Reports To:

Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting 

OUR COMPANY

Parq Casino – Dive into the excitement at downtown Vancouver's only casino

At Parq Vancouver, you can find a beautiful casino with high-end salons, restaurants, entertainment, bars, patios, and hotels all under one roof. Parq is where locals and visitors alike come to have fun with friends and family in a vibrant and memorable environment unlike anything else in the city.

We are proud to celebrate Vancouver, its beauty, and its people, which we do through creating unique experiences and building relationships with locals, visitors and like-minded businesses.

OVERVIEW

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all vendor purchase orders and invoices.   This includes processing and monitoring payments and expenditures, and maintaining the accuracy of the Accounts Payable system.  Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that the organization's finances are accurate and up to date, that associate expense reports are paid in a timely and appropriate manner, and that vendors and suppliers are paid within established time limits.

WHY WORK AT PARQ

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
  
• RSP/RRSP Matching
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 20% off at Parq Food & Beverage Outlets
• Discounted rates at local businesses within the community
• Volunteer opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Companywide events
• Refer a Friend Program

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support to the Accounting department and the organization stakeholders
• Verify and enter invoices in accounting system for payments ensuring correct approval, coding, taxes, and matching
• Check accuracy of associate reimbursement expenses before processing
• Ensure all purchase orders and invoices are entered accurately into the system with the correct coding
• Review vendor statements to ensure all invoices are processed in the correct accounting period 
• Assist with any vendor enquiries relating to their account and resolve as soon as possible in a professional manner
• Prepare weekly cheque runs, manual cheque requests, and ensure appropriate back-up is provided
• Record online banking payments in the accounting system
• Maintain the filing system for payables
• Assist in month-end processing, expense accruals, intercompany reconciliation and prepaid expenses
• Ensure critical vendors are paid on a timely basis
• Assist with BCLC Facility Development Fund (FDF) quarterly submissions
• Prepare monthly / quarterly / year-end working papers for balance sheet accounts relating to accounts payable
• Completion of credit applications prior to approval and vendor account set ups
• Maintain records in compliance with current legal requirements
• Assist in special projects related to accounts payable
• Perform other duties as required 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 1 year minimum in a high volume accounts payable role 
• Post-secondary education in accounting or business administration, including a certificate, diploma or degree
• Accounting experience in the Casino/Restaurant/Hospitality industry is an asset
• Experience with Microsoft Navision would be an asset
• Experience with reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies – bank, and all related general ledger accounts
• Experience with journal preparation and general posting activity
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail 
• Understand withholding tax, PST self-assessment 
• Proven superior customer service experience
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• Organized and detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast packed environment and meet assigned deadlines as required
• Proficient user of MS Office applications
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain a valid GPEB license 
• Ability to complete all BCLC certifications and training
• Ability to obtain a Serving it Right Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift, handle, and transport materials that are over 20lbs
• Required to sit, stand and walk during working hours 

At Parq Casino, we believe in fostering a culture of connection, care, responsibility and sustainability. We're honored to be recognized with the Untapped 2022 Workplace Inclusion Champion Award for Medium & Large Businesses. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a safe, respectful and diverse work environment for all our associates. Parq welcomes all interested applicants to apply to our positions  If you require assistance or accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us. 

We would like to acknowledge that at Parq Casino we live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Coastal Salish peoples of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations