We are looking to hire an Accounts Payable Administrator (3 month contract), reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager – Finance Group, this position is responsible for assisting the accounts payable to process and pay vendors in a timely manner. As well as conducting reconciliation and analysis on vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Receive invoices from vendors, review and then process them, using accounting software and standard company procedures to document purchases to assure maximum consistency of the information
• Perform all coding tasks, purchase order generation and requisition deliveries according to company purchasing policies so that accurate automated reports can be extracted from the information
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with all job tasks in order to safeguard company knowledge and resource suppliers as well as industry positioning

• Completing accounts payable tasks to support check runs, periodic projects such as month end reconciliation and audits

• Analyze discrepancies with invoices and research information to discover the source of the problem, making sure all disbursements are correct and suggesting procedure changes so the problem is unlikely to happen again
• Put together Statement Reconciliation on excel
• Assist on special projects/tasks as required
• Perform other tasks or jobs as required

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently, solve problems and use sound judgment
• Strategic level thinker with an ability to analyze numbers in terms of their impact on the big picture
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a non-structured changing environment
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-changing, and entrepreneurial environment with evolving systems and procedures.

Competencies:

Customer Focus - Personally demonstrates that external and internal customers are a high priority. Identifies customer needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner. Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer. Keeps customers informed about the status of pending actions and audits customer satisfaction with products or services.

Decision Quality - Gathers enough information to allow a pragmatic assessment of risks and benefits of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the short-term and longer-term impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process. Communicates the impact and implications of decisions. Completes the appropriate level of due diligence required to make a quick, accurate decision.

Drive for Results - Achieves results within established timelines. Understands and demonstrates that intentions, activities and results are not the same. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up after finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; consistently challenges self and others for results.

Leadership - The expectation of leadership is not reserved solely for only those who are in positions of authority, but from all employees. They demonstrate high integrity and are motivated by wanting to make a real difference to people by delivering a high quality service for their customer and the organization. In positions of authority they: invest in development for the right people and identify and develop future leaders, and coach and provide candid feedback to others. They are visible and they model behaviours, competencies and values expected and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.

Teamwork - Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. Ensures the right stakeholders are informed and involved where necessary. Is ready to “roll up their sleeves” as necessary.

Think and Act like an owner - Thinks and cares about the organization like an owner. Commits to and upholds organizational values, and core behaviours even under difficult circumstances. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to the success of the organization. Takes appropriate risks, holds self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results and openly raises a challenge even if others don't.

Atlantic Packaging is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues and customers feel valued and supported. We are committed to developing our team to reflect the diversity of our communities in which we live and work and seek applicants with a wide range of abilities. If you require accommodation, please contact [email protected]