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Accounts Payable Officer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Banking & Finance
  • Toronto
    Remote

Requirements

  • College Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • University degree in Finance or related studies, a definite asset.
  • Excellent knowledge of PeopleSoft AP, SharePoint and MS Office
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a team
  • Ability to listen, understand and handle employee payment inquiries, problems, or escalations in a timely manner
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Good problem-solving and time management skills
  • Excellent flexibility and change management skills
  • Demonstrates interest to learn

Responsibilities

  • Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge
  • Works in collaboration with other operational team members to ensure Payments Oversight activities aligned to operating procedures are being performed in a timely and accurate manner
  • Reviews and makes recommendations to improve operating procedures
  • Supports Manager/Sr. Analyst on escalation of Payments Oversight issues
  • Interacts remotely with payments accounting processing team in Global Business Services campus (Bogota, Colombia)
  • Captures data points that contributes to the reporting of operations SLAs / KPIs / KRIs
  • Attends / conducts cross-training for Payments Oversight staff
  • Prepare job aids that proactively help to reduce support volume and resolution times
  • Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk
  • Champions a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Accounts Payable Officer role?

The main focus is to contribute to the overall success of the Global Payment Operations – Payments Oversight team by ensuring compliance with regulations, executing individual goals, and improving operational procedures.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A College Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required, with a University degree in Finance or related studies being a definite asset.

What software skills are necessary for this role?

Excellent knowledge of PeopleSoft AP, SharePoint, and MS Office is necessary for this role.

What kind of skills should candidates possess?

Candidates should have excellent customer service and communication skills, organizational and analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and cooperatively as a team.

Will I have opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, you will have access to career development and progression opportunities within the organization.

What kind of work environment does Scotiabank offer?

Scotiabank offers an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success.

Are there any health benefits provided from the start of employment?

Yes, health benefits are provided from day one of employment.

Is experience in customer service important for this role?

Yes, excellent customer service skills are essential for effectively handling employee payment inquiries and escalations.

Is teamwork emphasized in this position?

Yes, collaboration with other operational team members is key to ensure timely and accurate Payments Oversight activities.

What kind of training will be provided to employees in this role?

Employees will attend and conduct cross-training sessions for Payments Oversight staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

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