UNFI Looking for Accounts Payable Analyst at Concord, ON Full Time

Who are we?

UNFI Canada is the leading distributor and premier wholesaler of natural, organic, and specialty foods! We transform the world of food for our associates, customers, and the families we serve everyday! Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to people everywhere.

Better Food, Better Future!

Are YOU:

If so, our Accounts Payable Analyst opportunity at UNFI may be just right for you! Read on!

Position: Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Language Requirements: English

Location and Working Conditions: Concord, ON (Hybrid)

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 Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of handling high volumes of AP invoices in a 3-way match environment
• Knowledge of Company purchasing policies.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• 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 preferred
• Previous experience completing 3-way match an asset

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

Reasons to Apply. Reasons to stay at UNFI Canada. We offer:

• Base salary
• Health and Dental Benefits package on Day 1!
• RRSP program available after 6 months of service
• Employee discount on organic foods!
• Company events
• Career advancement opportunities
• A friendly and helpful team!
• And last but not least, the opportunity to be part of UNFI’s mission of providing Better Food for a Better Future! Join us on our mission in providing healthier foods!

Our Commitment:

UNFI believes in a diverse and accommodating workplace. UNFI encourages and promotes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability or otherwise. UNFI is committed to providing full accommodation for persons with disabilities in all active processes and procedures including but not limited to the recruitment process. To request any accommodation you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternative formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please contact the main recruiting contact for the position or Human Resources to discuss your specific needs.

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