Accounts Payable Specialist - Hybrid/Remote

$55,000 - $65,000

Vancouver

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration and Operations & Manufacturing. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine and consultative approach to everything we do - which is a big reason as to why we have been successful. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high calibre professionals for niche, specialized and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles.

THE ROLE

Our client sets the standard for Cannabis Retail. As advocates of responsible consumption, they are here to educate and build our cannabis community. A proudly Canadian company, they opened their first store in BC and have grown across this country with 26 stores located in BC, SK and ON with many more to come! They offer a competitive wage while working in an exciting and unique retail work environment. In joining their team, training is ongoing in this role for you and the entire team to provide a great work environment and the best possible customer experience.

If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment, are energetic and positive with a can-do attitude towards customer satisfaction and working in a team environment, then our client is the perfect place for you.

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be a key team member within the accounting operations of our rapidly growing company. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounts payable of the company, assist with the preparation of financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and part of a team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes and pays invoices accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with agreements and pricing.
• Adheres to Canadian cannabis industry regulations in all financial transactions and record-keeping.
• Maintains strong, collaborative relationships with vendors.
• Reconciles expenses, verifies transaction accuracy and produces regular accounts payable reports.
• Implements and upholds internal controls to prevent errors and fraud in the accounts payable process.
• Supports financial audits by providing thorough and organized accounts payable documentation.
• Utilizes and maintains accounts payable and ledger software, staying abreast of technological improvements.
• Addresses billing discrepancies and disputes swiftly to maintain vendor relationships and financial accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience, with preference given to candidates who have worked in the retail or cannabis industry.
• Cannabis industry or retail environment experience is an asset.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online required, as well as MS Excel, and additional data entry.
• High accuracy and attention to detail in processing financial documents and managing data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for dealing with vendors, colleagues, and management.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well within a team and collaborate with other departments.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing regulations and company needs, with a willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required.

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