Accounting Generalist

at  AV Group NB Inc

Accounting Generalist – Finance & Accounting, Fredericton
AV Group NB Inc. is an exciting and innovative company operating in the unique global market of viscose staple fiber. Located in Nackawic, New Brunswick, our prehydrolysis kraft pulp mill finds itself in a picturesque area of the Saint John River Valley, a short drive between Fredericton and Woodstock. A global conglomerate, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 140,000 employees belonging to 100 nationalities, our role is to produce specialty pulp products (dissolving grade pulp) for the group’s textile industry. Our business model is Forestry to Fashion.
AV Group NB Inc. is currently recruiting for an Accounting Generalist located in Fredericton, NB office.
Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Accounting Generalist will take a lead role in management reporting, budgetary control, variance analysis and to provide accurate information to support decision making. The Accounting Generalist will also ensure compliance with corporate policies and IFRS.

Qualifications

• 2 years post-secondary qualification in accounting;
• 2+ years’ relevant experience in Accounts Payable;
• Experience in MS Office (specifically Excel);
• Preferably worked in an ERP system (specifically SAP ERP would be a benefit);
• Experience in the manufacturing industry preferred;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• High level of motivation, energy and a desire to work in a dynamic team environment;
• Attention to detail

• Process Accounts Payable (AP) invoices;
• Prepare and submit weekly payment runs for vendors;
• Compliance with corporate policies and delegation manual for AP invoices;
• Resolve issues related to AP invoices, processing and payments;
• Manage calls from vendors with respect to payment queries/vendor account reconciliations;
• Account coding for direct AP invoices;
• Process financial entries to ensure a proper recording of AP transactions;
• Coordinate with purchasing departments and users for issues related to AP;
• Coordinate with outsourced AP staff.
• Month-end close procedures including balance sheet reconciliations;
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years post-secondary qualification in accounting;
• 2+ years’ relevant experience in Accounts Payable;
• Experience in MS Office (specifically Excel);
• Preferably worked in an ERP system (specifically SAP ERP would be a benefit);
• Experience in the manufacturing industry preferred;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• High level of motivation, energy and a desire to work in a dynamic team environment;
• Attention to detail.

Why AV Group NB Inc.?
With AV Group NB Inc. you will become a part of a worldwide global company that understands the value of their employees. You will be part of a team that is built on strong values and work ethics. AV Group offers challenges in a wide range of disciplines and opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary, competitive benefits package and a variety of training & development programs to help you develop the skills you need to build a successful career.
If you believe you are a good fit for a fast-paced, challenging work environment, please submit your application online https://www.av-group.ca/job-listings no later than September 27, 2024
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted