Ap Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you hungry to innovate? To do things differently? To work with a company that's real, thoughtful and very forward-thinking?

Meet Riverside. We are an organic, "better for you" snack company, manufacturing award-winning, nutritious, allergen-free snacks. Your kids know us as MadeGood, tasty school-safe snacks. Your buddies on the go grab our GOOD TO GO delicious and nutritious snacks.

At Riverside, we make delicious snacks that are good in every way. From our ingredients to our manufacturing practices, we've raised every bar on every aspect. We're friendly and focused on creating foods that are good for you and good to the planet as well. Riverside Natural Foods is B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line, Zero Waste, and Canadian owned and operated.

Come work with a Canadian leader We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit and fun.

We continue to grow and today are looking for a committed, talented, star to join our team as our
Accounts Payable Specialist.

Position Summary/Objective:

As the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist, you will be responsible for performing duties related to full-cycle accounts payable and downpayments.

You will also help manage and oversee the weekly payments runs across the Riverside group of companies, as well as assisting in the month-end and year-end process.

The AP Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the Finance department to ensure that all accounting processes and documentation are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure 100% accuracy of invoice processing including costcentres, g/l account, sales taxes, approvals, currency and company code
Ensure strict adherence to the company's cash management policies
Review, enter and oversee the process for keying in purchase invoices to the accounting system
Train and administer the PO entry and approval process across all departments
Reconcile payments to invoices and to the accounts payable schedule
Prepare and review the weekly payments runs, including EFT, cheques, wires and ACH
Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements, follow up on errors or inconsistencies
Reconcile accounts payable and ensure payment terms are followed
Compute adjustments to invoices, such as credit notes, volume rebates and purchase discounts
Prepare monthend working papers for accounts payable
Train, guide and educate AP staff on best practices and complex transactions
Maintain supplier files
Support in the review and maintenance of new technologies associated with the payables department such as SAP Concur
Support users within and outside of the business in the use of SAP and SAP Concur in order provide the WOW experience
Support the yearend audit by providing working papers and explanations of variances to the external auditors
Other duties as assigned

Reporting Relationships

The AP Specialist reports to the Accounting Team Lead
Finance
This position has no direct reports

Qualifications

Postsecondary education in Accounting, Business or a related field
Related work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
Excellent planning, organizing, multitasking and time management skills
A collaborative approach to work and a high level of initiative and flexibility
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; good mathematical skills
Strong understanding of business processes
Familiarity with accounting software packages, including SAP and SAP Concur is an asset
Strong computer skills, intermediate level or above for Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
Technically savvy, in order to learn and become an expert in Concur (AP invoice processing system) & help troubleshoot and assist users in all inquiries

What We Offer:

Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs
RRSP matching or IRA matching for an empowered financial journey
Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply:

Riverside Natural Foods is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.