Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Hybrid - Cambridge, ON (headquarters)
Reports to: Finance Manager

Position Description

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for all accounts payable duties at Jamesway and supporting the general accounting function operating in a paperless, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Update money monitor daily.
• Match, code, obtain approval, enter and file invoices, expense reports, and cheques requisitions.
• Prepare weekly cheque run (includes wire transfers and EFT).
• Address, document and follow through to the end on all A/P discrepancies.
• Monitor A/P aging and keep accounts current.
• Validate Vendors statement of accounts.
• Communicate with team members to obtain required invoice approvals.
• Ensure old PO's that have been received but not invoiced are current using the accrued A/P report and working with various team members.
• Close and reconcile A/P at month end.
• Prepare accrual journal entries at month end for any significant expenses.
• Reconcile outstanding cheques.
• File and/or match packing slips to invoices
• Data Entry for year-end inventory.
• Assist with offsite storage when required.

Qualifications

• College diploma in accounting (asset).
• 3-5 years of experience in comparable role (required).
• Experience keying high-volume Accounts Payable ~ 250 invoices per week
• Hands-on experience with ERP system (SAP experience an asset)
• Experience working in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with working with Excel
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to work in high volume environment

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative and supportive team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the poultry industry.
• Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth and Education Reimbursement.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• RRSP Employer Match program.
• Comprehensive health, dental & extended benefits to support wellbeing & success.
• 3-weeks PTO, Statutory holidays + Floater Days.
• Company social events: BBQ, golf tournament, etc.

At Jamesway, we're more than a workplace - we're a community. We empower our people with opportunities to grow, celebrate our collaborative culture and strive to make a meaningful impact.