Accounts Payable Clerk

at  Regency Fireplace Products

WHO ARE WE?

Founded just outside of Vancouver, Canada in 1979, Regency Fireplace Products has grown to be a world leader in the design, manufacture, marketing and sales of hearth products. From an entrepreneurial start-up business, we’ve grown into a sophisticated organization of more than 400 employees across Canada, the United States and Australia; supplying over 2000 retailers around the world. In 2016, we became a member of the NIBE Group, a global company that develops and manufactures intelligent, energy-efficient indoor comfort solutions for all types of properties. We create amazing fireplace products focusing on our Brand Promise: Service | Reliability | Quality | Innovation. Simply put, our vision is:
To provide sustainable comfort and ambience that enriches everyday lives

JOB SUMMARY

Location: Delta, B.C
In this dynamic, fast paced environment, the Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing Accounts Payable information in an accurate and timely manner. Reporting to the Manager of Finance and Corporate Projects, this position also assists the Finance department in various other duties, including participation in the month end and other closing processes.

ABILITIES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Accurate data entry – both keyboard and numeric required
• Ability to build strong working relationships with peers
• Basic accounting knowledge (general ledgers & tax implications)
• Excellent communication skills (written/verbal) in English
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel and Outlook

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable preferred
• Previous experience working in an inter-company environment an asset

• Receive, verify and batch invoices
• Match invoices with PO’s, packing slips, and other documentation
• Reconcile, code, and post payables and invoices
• Prepare and issue weekly cheque runs in multiple currencies (CDN, USD, AUD)
• Perform cheque matching and processing for mailing
• Follow up with purchaser, receiver and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain and prepare adjustments to credit cards throughout the month ensuring all statements are submitted with appropriate backup/receipts and approvals
• Maintain accounts payable filing system by scanning and filing various documents
• Interact and communicate with the Finance team and other necessary departments on a daily basis
• Participate in the month end closing process
• Maintain professionalism and act in a manner consistent with FPI mission and guiding principles.
• Follow all Health & Safety programs; actively participate in Health & Safety training with the purpose of gaining knowledge and understanding.
• Contribute to a positive work environment focusing on Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other related duties as assigned