About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork-focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Accounting Manager – Accounts Payable

Responsibilities

• Full cycle AP including but not limited to invoice processing, data entry, PO & non-PO transactions, matching invoices with goods receipts or evidence of services, and AP reporting activities as required.

• Record daily AP transactions and post invoices or journal entries as required to ensure that all business transactions are recorded accurately and appropriately.

• Liaison with internal departments for 3-way match paperwork and invoice approval/ processing.

• Perform bank, credit card, AP (vendor) reconciliations.

• Research and resolve discrepancies relating to invoices, and continuously monitor accounts to ensure they are up to date.

• Complete month-end close processes related to AP promptly during the period close.

• Perform additional ad-hoc tasks as required based on departmental needs.

• Protect the organization's value by keeping information confidential.

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

• Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing all related tasks or reports as needed.

• Compliance with all rules and policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, and company requirements.

• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety, and GMP.

• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting or finance is required.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas) is required
• Accounting experience in both payable and/ or receivable is an asset
• Prior experience with ERP system & accounting software is an asset
• Prior accounting, costing, analysis, and financial reporting experience in a food manufacturing environment is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills partnered with the ability to communicate effectively through proper understanding of the organization’s goals and expectations of internal and external customers
• Excellent time management skills, strong communication, conflict resolution, and analytical skills
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit.

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.