Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant 
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada | Temporary Full Time 

The Opportunity  

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Join the Finance team at Baptist Housing and contribute to the financial well-being of our organization. As our Accounts Payable Assistant, you’ll play a critical role in processing invoices, team member reimbursements, and maintaining accurate vendor records. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are detail-oriented, and enjoy collaborating with others to ensure operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you. 

About The Role  

This temporary full-time position of 12 months supports the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions across the organization. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you’ll handle invoice entry, payment processing, statements, and vendor communications. Your role helps safeguard our financial integrity and supports the overall mission of helping seniors experience life well in supportive communities. 

Key Responsibilities 

Invoice Processing & System Maintenance 

• Enter and post vendor invoices, reimbursements, and credit card claims 
• Process semi-monthly payment runs to ensure invoices are paid on time 
• Reconcile vendor and corporate credit card statements  
• Maintain vendor records and ensure compliance with CRA and Worksafe BC 
• Ensure internal controls are followed and suggest improvements when needed 

Team Support & Vendor Communication 

• Assist with audit requests and financial reporting 
• Respond to payment inquiries from vendors, team members, and internal departments 
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and efficient workflow 

Requirements  

Education & Experience 

• Minimum: High school diploma with courses in accounting or bookkeeping 
• Previous accounts payable, bookkeeping or accounting experience is preferred  

Skills & Abilities 

• Strong organization and time-management skills 
• Proficient in Excel and other financial software 
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines 
• Strong communicator—verbal and written 
• Flexible, collaborative, and values-driven 

About You  

You are a highly organized and accurate professional who enjoys working with numbers, systems, and people. You bring experience or education in accounting or bookkeeping, and your attention to detail ensures timely and accurate data entry. You’re a natural problem solver who communicates clearly, even under pressure. You are confident and competent in using technology. You thrive both independently and in a team setting, always willing to lend a hand to meet shared goals. You adapt quickly to change, manage competing priorities with calm confidence, and stay focused on doing quality work. Most importantly, you align with our values of compassion, integrity, and servant leadership—and you bring a sense of fun and optimism to your work each day. 

Compensation & Benefits  

This temporary full-time position of 12 months offers an hourly wage of $25.24. You will be welcomed into a warm and supportive work environment. 

Baptist Housing Careers 

Our Promise 

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means joining a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. 

Why Work at Baptist Housing? 

• Meaningful Service: Your work matters! You make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful. 
• Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves. 
• Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs.