Accounts Payable Associate - Surrey, Canada - Sonepar

    Sonepar
    Sonepar Surrey, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    About Us:

    Sonepar Canada is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in the business-to-business distribution of electrical, industrial and safety products and related solutions. We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented by 7 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 90 locations with coverage in 8 provinces.

    What's In It For You?

  • You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.
  • You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.
  • A chance to get involved in the forever growing electrical industry.
  • We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.
  • An opportunity for career development across many business departments within our organization.
  • Scope of Position
    Sonepar Canada's Surrey Head Office location is looking for an Accounts Payable Associate, reporting to the AP Finance Manager. This person will be part of a 20+ AP team providing shared services for multiple companies in a fast-paced environment.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Review, verify and process invoices, purchase orders and expense from various offices in a timely manner.
  • Follow up and obtain clarification on any discrepancies or inaccuracies on invoices and/or purchase orders and purchase authority limits.
  • Process cheque runs, electronic funds transfers and wire payments.
  • Collect, verify and maintain accurate and complete information on applicable suppliers.
  • Assist with month end closing and reporting.
  • Research and respond to internal and external customer inquiries.
  • Reconciling vendor statements.
  • Perform other accounting administrative duties as required.
  • Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years Accounts Payable experience working in an office environment.
  • Microsoft office including intermediate Excel is required.
  • Experience working in a high-volume processing environment is a must.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
  • High School Diploma required.
  • University/College education preferred, with a focus in Accounting.
  • Benefits & Perks

  • We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:
  • Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents' needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
  • Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
  • Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.
  • Salary: 40,000-50,000 annually

    Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside of the range for this role where appropriate. Actual compensation commensurate with the candidate's experience, education, internal parity, role complexity, role level, and other relevant factors. The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act. We recognize however that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based and accordingly the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.

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    Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision driving our business ethos.

    Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. At Sonepar, we firmly believe that every action is crucial in safeguarding the environment, driving our commitment to a more sustainable future. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy across our business and champion the innovation of sustainable solutions in the market. This commitment is tangible in our detailed Global CSR report, to learn more please visit .

    Sonepar has been recognized as a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times' 2024 Diversity Leaders ranking and was awarded GEEIS Certification in 2022. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming submissions from all candidates. We believe in creating a work environment where everyone can feel safe, use their voice, and know that they belong. Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is a central focus of our global, strategic impact plan. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace because it allows us to better meet the needs of the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and it's essential to our success as an organization. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnic or national origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, disability status, gender identity, veteran status or any other aspect which makes them unique are encouraged to apply. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit .

    Next Steps:

    We are interested in knowing you more. Start an exciting new career and enjoy a number of employee benefits by applying online. We are very thankful for your interest in joining the team, however only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.
    Sonepar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes submissions from all candidates.