Description

Position Summary

The Payables Analyst role encompasses comprehensive subject matter expertise for accounts payable, including a thorough understanding of all transactions, associated business processes, charts of accounts, and end-to-end flow of journal entries throughout the entire process cycle. This position operates within a complex multi-stream accounts payable environment that includes product payables, EDI transactions, CNB related payables, and non-product and service related expenses. This role is also responsible for vendor reconciliations, and for providing timely business and customer support in all areas of accountability. The role requires a proactive approach to problem solving, frequent coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders, and the ability to work effective across different systems and currencies.

Core Responsibilities

  • Financial Accounting – Ensure applicable financial transactions are complete, reliable, and compliant with internal policies and other applicable legislation; maintain a solid understanding of the charts of accounts and appropriate expense coding.
  • Reporting – Prepare internal and external reports and requests for information, as required, supporting Finance and leadership with timely and accurate payable-related data .
  • Accounts Payable (SME) – Maintain completeness and accuracy of accounts payable including invoice and payment processing, foreign currency payments, and appropriate application of commodity tax. Resolve discrepancies in a timely manner through communication with vendors, procurement, and finance partners.
  • Vendor Reconciliations – Perform regular vendor reconciliations and investigate/ rectify discrepancies, including complex supplier accounts, multi-currency transactions, and high-volume EDI invoices.
  • Process Documentation – Regularly review and update all assigned standards, processes, and procedural documentation to ensure they are accurate and complete; identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency .

Experience & Qualifications

  • College diploma in accounting, or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in accounts payable or financial operations; preferably within a multi-stream or high-volume environment
  • Effective time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong reconciliation and analytical skills, including experience working with rules of supply and multi-currency transactions
  • Customer service focus with the ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal departments

The pay ranges from $29/hr – $39/hr