Accounts Payable Specialist - Burnaby, Canada - Procon

Procon

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Procon Mining and Tunnelling (Procon) is one of the leading mine development contractors in North America. We are specialized in underground mine development, contract mining, underground excavations, civil tunneling and mining related construction projects. Centered by our people, our company culture is driven on the tenets of integrity, innovation, relationships and performance for our clients, business partners and the communities we work in. As a specialty contractor in a safety-sensitive business, our workforce safety is the foundation for everything we do.

Procon takes pride in our extensive history of successfully partnering with Indigenous communities. We believe in Indigenous partnerships that offer mutually beneficial outcomes through economic benefits and capacity building. Moving beyond compliance, we truly value the experience and knowledge brought to our Indigenous partnerships.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist is a key member in the corporate Finance group and is expected to assist in managing the Company's full-cycle accounts payable function.

This position will have the opportunity to help shape and define functional process improvements after learning all aspects of the Company's current project-oriented AP function.

Process improvements may include digitalization of invoice and payment processes using ERP System - corporate system of records, as well as enhancements of compliance and management reporting.

It will require system proficiency, effective communication skills, and a collaborative approach to supporting Accounts Payable team.

Responsibilities:

Handle all aspects of full cycle Accounts Payable function in support of projectbased business including:
PO invoice processing: 3 -way matching, clearing exceptions, and invoice posting
Non-PO invoice processing: acquire approvals, code, and direct post invoices
Payment processing: payment runs, manual checks, wire payments and EFT, online bill payments including GST, PST, WCB, Payroll taxes
Process and post monthly recurring expenses, benefits, union remittances, expense claims
Maintain and manage Vendor Master records
Acquire, compile, and distribute required billing backup to Project Controls and Project Management
Proactively review, prioritize, and resolve system/processing issues, liaising as necessary with other teams or departments
Assist with monthly reconciliation of associated general ledger accounts, and post adjusting journal entries
Assist with performing weekly and monthly payment forecasts
Assist with identifying, creating, and establishing key Accounts Payables metrics; develop monitoring and remediation plans as required
Build and maintain knowledge of ERP modules that are integrated with Payables to help develop interdepartmental solutions and resolve issues
Ensure that adequate systems, procedures, and controls are in place within the accounts payable function
Perform testing activities as required for process changes/system upgrades
Drive, develop and implement accounts payable process improvements

Qualifications / Requirements:

College Diploma or University degree, accompanied by minimum five (5) years of accounting or accounts payable experience, working in an organization with multiple company entities, preferably in the mining/construction/engineering/energy industry
Proficiency with large, multifunctional ERP systems and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables)
Fast learner with strong analytical skills, highly organized and technologyfocused
Criticalthinking and problemsolving skills with a flexible and creative approach to dealing with new and challenging situations
Experience in managing financial process improvements or system implementation
Proven ability to work in a deadlinedriven environment, and manage competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
For this position, you will be required to undergo a background check.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation range between $50,000 $65,000 per year based on experience, skills and qualifications
Group RRSP
Vacation
Leading Extended Health Care benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Ability to develop your career alongside industry leaders
Opportunity to create change within the workplace
A positive and driven work environment
Flexible work arrangement that includes working partially from the office and home
Transit Accessible and parking available

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued at Procon and increasing Indigenous and minority groups representation within our company's workforce composition is a priority.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

We mine talent and nurture innovation. Our people truly are our strength. At Procon, whether in the field or the office, you'll be part of a cohesive