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Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk
Department: Business Office
Reports to: Director of Finance
Status: Full-Time
Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly
Salary: $45,000-$55,000 annually depending on experience
Location: Saint Lukeās Place, Cambridge, Ontario
About Saint Luke’s Place
Saint Lukeās Place is a community-focused organization providing long-term care and seniorsā housing services. We are committed to providing quality services to our residents, tenants, families, and community while maintaining a supportive and respectful workplace.
We are currently seeking an Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Business Office team.
Position Summary
The Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, and providing administrative support to the Business Office.
The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working with financial information. This position requires strong attention to accuracy and deadlines, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and positive working relationships with employees, vendors, residents, tenants, families, and other stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
- Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
- Verify invoices against purchase orders, receiving documentation, contracts, and/or appropriate approvals.
- Ensure invoices are properly coded and authorized in accordance with organizational procedures.
- Enter invoices and related information into the accounting system.
- Prepare and process payments, including cheques and electronic payments.
- Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies as required.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation.
- Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding or disputed amounts.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and ensure invoices are processed within established timelines.
- Maintain organized and complete financial records.
Accounts Receivable
- Process and post payments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Prepare invoices and statements as required.
- Maintain accurate accounts receivable records.
- Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies.
- Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts in accordance with organizational procedures.
- Respond to resident, tenant, family, government, and other account inquiries professionally and appropriately.
- Assist with billing adjustments, credits, refunds, and account reconciliations.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and records related to receivables.
General Accounting & Business Office Support
- Assist with month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations and preparation of supporting documentation.
- Perform bank, general ledger, and other account reconciliations as assigned.
- Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation as required.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
- Assist with financial reporting and other accounting-related projects.
- Support the Business Office team with other administrative and accounting duties as required, example: tending to the front reception desk, assisting with tenant questions, processing tenant invoice payments.
- Identify discrepancies, errors, and process issues and bring them forward for resolution.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, resident, tenant, and organizational information.
- Follow established financial controls, policies, procedures, and approval processes.
- Contribute to improving the efficiency and accuracy of Business Office processes.
Qualifications & Skills
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or a similar accounting role.
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
- Experience with accounting or financial management software is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
- Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Experience in a healthcare, long-term care, seniors' housing, or not-for-profit environment is an asset.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Accurate – takes pride in getting the details right.
- Organized – able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Accountable – follows through and takes ownership of their work.
- Collaborative – works positively with colleagues and other departments.
- Professional – communicates respectfully with vendors, residents, families, and staff.
- Solutions-oriented – identifies issues and works toward practical solutions.
- Adaptable – comfortable adjusting priorities and taking on a variety of Business Office responsibilities.
Why Join Saint Luke’s Place?
At Saint Lukeās Place, you will have the opportunity to contribute to an organization that is deeply connected to the community and focused on providing quality care and services to seniors.
We offer a collaborative work environment where every member of the team plays an important role in supporting our residents, tenants, families, and broader organization.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by Sept 24, 2026.
Saint Lukeās Place is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Wellness program
Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
Accounts payable: 1 year (preferred)
Accounts receivable: 1 year (preferred)
Accounting/Finance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
