CUPE
Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Status: Temporary Full Time (5 Month Contract)
Department: Accounts Payable
Program: Financial Services
Days; 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Whitby, ON - Corporate Office
Wage Schedule: $34.130 - $36.040 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600000251
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 27 January 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 3 February 2026.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Accounts Payable clerk will perform a wide range of clerical duties necessary to the efficient functioning of the department; administer hospital policies and procedures, necessary to ensure adherence to established accounting controls; process all requests for payments ensuring proper documentation and coding; ensure the proper and timely payment of invoices from suppliers and contractors; assist in documentation and maintenance of the Accounts Payable module; maintain strict confidentiality of information. Also perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Community college General Business diploma, majoring in accounting, or two years recent Accounts Payable experience in a fully-computerized environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
* Ability to prioritize, coordinate and perform a wide range of clerical duties, necessary to the efficient functioning of the Accounts Payable department;
* Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the use of Intermediate Microsoft Office Word, Excel (tested) and accurate keyboarding skills of 35 w.p.m (tested);
* Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred;
* Effective written and verbal communication skills;
* Good organizational and interpersonal skills;
* Working knowledge of accounting procedures;
* Working knowledge and understanding of purchasing, receiving and the payment cycle;
* Must be able to work in a stressful environment with high workload volume;
* This position requires attention to detail and mental concentration for moderately long periods of time;
* Ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships;
* Knowledge of SAP accounts payable is an asset;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.