Nordion is seeking a Junior Analyst,Account Payable for the Ottawa office. Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting this role entails to have background knowledge and related experience in accounting and finance.

This is a hands-on environment where the primary focus of the position will be Accounts Payable while also providing support to the Finance function in the day-to-day operations of the organization to ensure timely and accurate information.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

· Ensure timely, efficient, and accurate processing of vendor invoices in accordance with department procedures and SOX requirements

· Identify and resolve 3-way match issues between the purchase order, receiving ledger and invoice

· Route non-PO and PO invoices for proper approvals, GL account coding, or matching through an automated processing system working with Procurement

· Assist with month end accruals and AP close process

· Monthly reconciliation of Accounts Payable/RNI with subledger

· Prepare and process weekly vendor payments via checks, ACH, and wires

· Comply with established standards and protocols of the Accounts Payable department, finance and accounting policies and internal control procedures

Fixed Assets

· Ensure timely, efficient, and accurate processing of Capital authorization forms

· Communication of open projects for Capital spend and tracking

· Route capital forms for proper approvals in accordance with department procedures and SOX requirements

· Processing and recording Depreciation entry monthly

Other

· Preparation of day-to-day accounting transactions Projects subledger and cash applications

· Processing AR invoices and distribution to customers

· Work closely with the accounting team and business partners to answer questions and support the business

· Identify and support continuous improvement activities

· Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Degree or formal training in accounting/finance

Previous experience in Accounts Payable a plus

Knowledge of AP modules in Oracle or similar ERP systems a plus

Skills and Competencies

Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong skills in Microsoft Office required (Outlook, Excel, and Word)