JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, and maintaining financial records in compliance with established accounting principles. This role requires a strong understanding of financial concepts, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in various accounting software.

SKILLS

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, and general ledger accounting
• Post Secondary Education in the appropriate Finance and/or Accounting Program and 2 years work experience in accounts payable, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience of MS Office Suite.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with SysPro is an asset
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Good attention to detail to identify discrepancies and track task duplications
• Self-starter with the ability to deliver results and work independently.
• Excellent analysis skills with attention to detail for accurate account reconciliation
• Strong data entry skills with proficiency in 10-key typing
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while managing individual responsibilities

DUTIES

• Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding to the general ledger
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of all accounts payable transactions
• Collaborate with vendors to address inquiries and resolve payment issues
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end closing activities
• As part of the invoice cycle, making entries into the Syspro and Woodlore ERP system for freight verifications
• Careful undertaking of investigations of any missed items and invoices during the information gathering process with Vendors
• Verifying information from ERP system (ie. reconciliation)
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports
• Managing 3-way or 2-way matches, managing shipping documents and BOLs when processing certain invoices.
• Handling daily cash/cheque deposits as needed.
• Wire and ACH funds online as needed
• Gaining all necessary approvals and storing them in an online Directory
• Receiving, collecting scanning, and filing invoices in addition to managing the daily mail for accounting department.
• Supporting the Accountant with any AP requests required.
• Updating and maintaining vendor information on Syspro.
• Travel may be required to complete Bank runs, when needed.
• Travel required between branch office of The BRC Group of Companies.

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, and general ledger accounting
• Post Secondary Education in the appropriate Finance and/or Accounting Program and 2 years work experience in accounts payable, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience of MS Office Suite.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with SysPro is an asset
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Good attention to detail to identify discrepancies and track task duplications
• Self-starter with the ability to deliver results and work independently.
• Excellent analysis skills with attention to detail for accurate account reconciliation
• Strong data entry skills with proficiency in 10-key typing
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while managing individual responsibilitie

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manual dexterity r4equired to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Overtime as required.
• Work on site at the Company as many days as required.
• Some Travel may be required.
• Shift: Day Shift between 8:30 am to 5 p