Savaria Looking for Accounts Payable Specialist at Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Position:                Accounts payable clerk ( Full Time 3 month contract with possibility to turn Permanent )

Reports to:            Controller

Location:               Brampton

 

 

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for

home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs

2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and

Asia.

 

 

Position Summary

Based out of our manufacturing site in Brampton, Ontario, we are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable clerk to join our finance team. The incumbent will be responsible for accurately processing and recording invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely payments to suppliers.

 

Key responsibilities

·       Match, validate, codify and enter supplier invoices in the company DOS based ERP and resolve potential issues.

·       Ensure maintenance and updating of the account’s payable auxiliary and issue payments.

·       Reconcile vendor statements with accounts payable records to ensure accuracy and completeness. Investigate and resolve discrepancies or outstanding balances.

·       Assist in month-end closing activities by preparing accounts payable reports and accruals, reconciling accounts, and providing necessary support for the financial reporting.

·       Apply company policies and internal controls. Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all accounts payable transactions.

·       Participate in external and government audits.

·       Perform any other related task.

 

 

Key Requirements

·       Proven experience working in accounts payable or related financial roles, preferably in a manufacturing or similar industry.

·       Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions

·       Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, particularly Excel

·       Knowledge of basic accounting principles and understanding of accounts payable processes.

·       Written and spoken English required.

·       Experience using DOS based ERP is an asset.

·       Position will be fully on-site.