Top Benefits
About the role
Join Our Team as an Accounts Payable Specialist(Fixed term) at Johnson Electric!
Location: Ancaster, ON, Canada (onsite)
Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:
As our next Accounts Payable Specialist - Fixed Term, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function to ensure that accurate, timely and authorized payments are made in accordance with agreed upon payment terms.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.
- Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.
- Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Verify and process supplier invoices, applying appropriate approval protocols for PO and non-PO invoices
- Review employee’ expense reports by matching expense amounts to receipts, investigating discrepancies where necessary, and confirming approval by the appropriate managerial level
- Execute daily accounts payable operations, including maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Address supplier payment inquiries in a timely and courteous manner
- Conduct audits of corporate credit card transactions to ensure compliance with company policies, investigating discrepancies as needed
- Assist with audit preparation by summarizing relevant information and gathering supporting evidence
- Reconcile vendor accounts and monthly statements, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
- Maintain historical financial records through proper scanning and filing of documents
- Support month-end closing activities, including preparation, reconciliation, and review of relevant financial data
- Assist with the centralization and automation of accounts payable processes
- Adhere to company policies and procedures
- Adhere to and support the company’s safety and environmental policies and practices
- Performs other related responsibilities as required
What We’re Looking For:
- Postsecondary education or equivalent work experience an asset
- Minimum of three years of accounts payable experience in a manufacturing environment (mandatory)
- Understanding of expense accounts and cost centers
- General accounting knowledge
- Detail oriented, attention to accuracy
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft products and data entry skills
- Co-operates and works well with others
- Willing to change according to circumstances and expectations required for assigned tasks
- Effective, professional communication skills, both verbal and written
- Working experience with a Content Management System (CMS) is considered an asset
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience with shared services and ERP systems
- Exposure to automation or digital transformation projects
- Previous involvement in external or internal audits
- Proven track record in process improvement or standardization initiatives
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
About Johnson Electric
At Johnson Electric, our vision is to be the world’s definitive provider of innovative and reliable motion systems.
We are a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components, serving a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
Attracting and developing the Right People, putting them in the Right Jobs and providing them with the Right Environment to excel at what they do are the 3 pillars that underlie Johnson Electric’s people strategy and human capital initiatives, with the ultimate vision to become “One Johnson around the world, a great company and a great place to work!”.
In 2016, Johnson Electric Hong Kong was recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies To Work For by HR Asia Magazine. The Group will continue to attract and retain top talents in support of the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.
Top Benefits
About the role
Join Our Team as an Accounts Payable Specialist(Fixed term) at Johnson Electric!
Location: Ancaster, ON, Canada (onsite)
Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:
As our next Accounts Payable Specialist - Fixed Term, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function to ensure that accurate, timely and authorized payments are made in accordance with agreed upon payment terms.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.
- Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.
- Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Verify and process supplier invoices, applying appropriate approval protocols for PO and non-PO invoices
- Review employee’ expense reports by matching expense amounts to receipts, investigating discrepancies where necessary, and confirming approval by the appropriate managerial level
- Execute daily accounts payable operations, including maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Address supplier payment inquiries in a timely and courteous manner
- Conduct audits of corporate credit card transactions to ensure compliance with company policies, investigating discrepancies as needed
- Assist with audit preparation by summarizing relevant information and gathering supporting evidence
- Reconcile vendor accounts and monthly statements, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
- Maintain historical financial records through proper scanning and filing of documents
- Support month-end closing activities, including preparation, reconciliation, and review of relevant financial data
- Assist with the centralization and automation of accounts payable processes
- Adhere to company policies and procedures
- Adhere to and support the company’s safety and environmental policies and practices
- Performs other related responsibilities as required
What We’re Looking For:
- Postsecondary education or equivalent work experience an asset
- Minimum of three years of accounts payable experience in a manufacturing environment (mandatory)
- Understanding of expense accounts and cost centers
- General accounting knowledge
- Detail oriented, attention to accuracy
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft products and data entry skills
- Co-operates and works well with others
- Willing to change according to circumstances and expectations required for assigned tasks
- Effective, professional communication skills, both verbal and written
- Working experience with a Content Management System (CMS) is considered an asset
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience with shared services and ERP systems
- Exposure to automation or digital transformation projects
- Previous involvement in external or internal audits
- Proven track record in process improvement or standardization initiatives
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
About Johnson Electric
At Johnson Electric, our vision is to be the world’s definitive provider of innovative and reliable motion systems.
We are a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components, serving a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
Attracting and developing the Right People, putting them in the Right Jobs and providing them with the Right Environment to excel at what they do are the 3 pillars that underlie Johnson Electric’s people strategy and human capital initiatives, with the ultimate vision to become “One Johnson around the world, a great company and a great place to work!”.
In 2016, Johnson Electric Hong Kong was recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies To Work For by HR Asia Magazine. The Group will continue to attract and retain top talents in support of the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.