Accounts Payable Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Canadian National Exhibition

Canadian National Exhibition

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Toronto, Canada

2 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Canadian National Exhibition Association - Toronto, Ontario

Position:
Contract; April 11, 2023 to November 15, 2023

About Us:

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), or The EX as it is also known, is Canada's largest community event and one of the top five agricultural fairs in North America.

Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day Monday, the CNE offers a wide variety of interactive entertainment experiences.

Attractions may include concerts, celebrity chef demonstrations, an acrobatic and ice skating show, midway rides and games, a farm, exhibits, food, shopping, and a three-day Air Show.

Founded in 1879, the CNE is a cherished tradition for the people of Toronto and surrounding communities and attracts approximately 1.5 million visitors annually.

Primary role:

The Accounts Payable Specialist's primary focus will be to handle accounts payable responsibilities for the organization

Major Responsibilities:

Verify invoice accuracy, account codes, and approvals.
Enter invoices into the financial system and ensure they are properly filed.
Check for accuracy on purchase orders and contracts that are submitted to finance.
Perform electronic funds transfer and cheque runs, process wire transfer payments and online bill payments.
Follow up with authorized internal parties to ensure that proper backup and approval exists prior to processing an invoice in the system and with company's procedures and policies.
Assist various departments to ensure accurate flow of invoices per deadlines and adhoc requests.
Respond to questions from external or internal parties with respect to accounts payable or accounts receivable transactions.
Handle accounts payable for separate entities and vendors.
Maintain and update vendor information.
Maintain the petty cash fund.
Monitor HST compliance for accounts payable functions.
Prepare and assist in the preparation of monthly account reconciliations.
Prepare monthly reports for the Finance Manager & CFO.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to The Team:

2+ years experience in accounts payable; experience with Microsoft Navision an asset.
Good interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Good organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines with strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and HST legislation.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.
Ability to handle confidential documents and reports.

What We Offer: