Cape Breton University

Full-Time Temporary

Weekdays

Description

Cape Breton University (CBU) invites applications for the Accounts Payable Clerk, in the Finance department. This is a full-time limited term position for approximately 6 months.

The successful candidate is responsible for timely and accurate processing of all invoices, travel expense reports, cheque requests, PD claims, wire transfers and EFTs, including externally funded projects/grants.  The incumbent will also respond to a variety of inquiries (phone, e-mail) regarding payments, and provide clerical support for Payables. Provide back up to the Accounting Clerk (Data Processing).

The successful candidate will hold Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and have taken Introductory accounting course and any additional accounting courses are considered an asset. One (1) year experience in a business environment working with accounting functions such as receivables, payables, invoicing, etc. The candidate will posses accurate keyboarding skills with proficiency in MS Office, web browser, database use and ability to learn updated and/or new software quickly, in particular, Colleague.

The accounting clerk will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment and maintain good working relationships with other university employees. They will also have good judgment skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and be able to demonstrated ability to multi-task and work accurately and independently.

The union affiliation of this position is with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 3131. Salary level is Band A6.

Applications for the successful candidate will include:

·         a letter of application quoting the reference number (148) and identifying your education and experience as it relates to this position;

• a résumé;
• transcripts
• A list of least three references.
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Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

To apply click here.

Applications must be received by February 10, 2026.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self-identity if they are part of a marginalised community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities.

If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

Cape Breton University

Human Resources Dept.

Humanresources@cbu.ca

1250 Grand Lake Road,

Sydney, NS B1M 1A2

Location Information

Community

Sydney

County

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Cape Breton University

NOC Code

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Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

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Pay Type

To be Determined

Pay Period

To be Determined

Remuneration Per Pay Period

Estimated Weekly Hours

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Start Date

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End Date

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Language

English

Language Proficiency Level

Posted on

January 26th 2026

Expires

February 10th 2026