The image is an advertisement from the Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach for a job opening. The text reads "Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach is hiring" with a job title underneath that says "Account Payables Assistant." In the background, there is a close-up of someone using a calculator over documents and office materials, emphasizing the job's focus on accounting tasks. The image has a professional and inviting design, featuring cultural patterns and symbols of the Naskapi Nation.

Position Type:

  • Permanent Position

Work Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week (with possible overtime)

Wage:

  • Based on NNK Salary Scale

Start Date:

  • October 7, 2024

Job Summary

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to support the Accounts Payable Officer with bookkeeping and administrative duties essential to the Nation’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will:

  • Maintain organized filing systems for Accounts Payable documentation, ensuring quick access and efficient retrieval.
  • Provide accurate and timely payment details to vendors and creditors for materials, equipment, and services.
  • Enter invoices and verify payment requests, ensuring correct account numbers and adherence to purchase orders or contracts.
  • Process payments to vendors.
  • Maintain well-organized vendor files and transactions.

Requirements

To apply, you should have:

  • A high school diploma (preference will be given to candidates with degrees or certificates).
  • Administrative experience.
  • Proficiency in computers.
  • A strong employment history.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English (knowledge of Naskapi and French is an asset).
  • The ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality.

Application Deadline

Submit your CV and cover letter to Ms. Mary Shanookt Guanish at the Nation Office by September 30, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

For More Information

For further details, please contact Ms. Melissa Peastitute, Accounts Payable Officer, at (418) 585-2686.