Position: Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Language Requirements: English

Location and Working Conditions: Vaughan ON (Hybrid)

Expected Compensation: $50,300 per year

Purpose:

Review and process for payment, purchase orders, invoices, statements, vouchers, annuities, garnishments, and/or other check requests, as appropriate, for a specified operating unit or internal client group. Draw, verify, and post payment checks, and prepare ledger entries. Handle the resolution of account discrepancies and procedural inquiries.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or other related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Matches original invoices and requests for payment with internal purchase orders or check requests; performs calculations to determine appropriate payment schedules and amounts and makes modifications as necessary.
• Codes, verifies, and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgers.
• Draws, verifies, and posts payment checks to appropriate vendors and/or agencies.
• Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts, and serves as liaison between departments and vendors in the resolution of administrative problems and inquiries.
• Monitors blanket purchase orders and periodically notifies departments of balances.
• Maintains logs, enters and balances account data, and generates statistical summary reports as required.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Post-Secondary education in Accounting/Finance required.

Required Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of handling high volumes of AP invoices in a 3-way match environment.
• Knowledge of Company purchasing policies.
• Knowledgable of Microsoft Excel functions.
• Understanding of basic bookkeeping concepts and procedures.
• Knowledge of automated accounts payable applications.

Experience Required:

• 2-3 years' previous experience in full cycle AP processing.
• Previous experience completing 3-way match an asset.
• Previous experience working in the food/consumer-packaged goods industry desired.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Well organized, accurate, and attentive to detail.
• Good math skills.
• Cooperative and willing to assist others.
• Able to use accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.