Accounts Payable Coordinator

**Who you are**:
You are organized, on the ball, and the definition of detail oriented - you enjoy working with numbers and scrutinizing the details. You are experienced and adept at dealing with the various aspects of accounts receivable and you know your way around accounting software. And while you love to work solo, you are no stranger to teamwork; your communication and people skills are flawless.
Sound like you? Goodness Me is currently seeking an experienced, full-time Accounts Payable Coordinator for our Central Office Team. This role is a one year contract position with the possibility of extension.
**Your day-to-day**:
Reporting to the Controller, you will work as a member of the finance team responsible for the maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions and related tasks. The successful applicant should have a positive attitude and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
**Other tasks and duties include**:

- Process High-Volume Invoices - Accurately enter, verify, and process a large number of invoices daily.
- High-Priority Invoice Handling - Identify and expedite payments for key vendors to avoid service disruptions.
- Investigate & Resolve Issues - Work with internal teams (purchasing, merchandising, store operations) and vendors to resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain Discrepancy Logs - Track ongoing pricing issues and trends for reporting and process improvement.
- Variance Reporting - Prepare and send detailed variance reports to vendors, highlighting pricing and/or quantity differences.
- Vendor Statement Reconciliation - Review and reconcile vendor statements to ensure accurate account balances.
- Vendor Communication - Address vendor inquiries and ensure timely resolution of payment and pricing issues.
- Maintain Vendor Relationships - Understand key vendor accounts and their impact on business operations.
- Reporting and Reconciliation - prepare ad hoc reports and reconciliations as required
- Enhance Workflow - Identify opportunities to streamline invoice processing and discrepancy resolution.
- Compliance & Documentation - Maintain proper records, ensure adherence to company policies, and assist with audits.
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational information

**What you bring**:

- Degree, diploma in business, finance, accounting, or a related field or three years’ experience in accounts payable
- Ability to analyze and present numerical data in tables, spreadsheets, and reports
- Ability to read, understand, and calculate financial figures such as discounts, interest rates, proportions, percentages, and taxes
- Basic knowledge of accounting systems, budgets, and internal controls
- Meticulous with numbers and able to input and manipulate data
- Demonstrated time management skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
- High level of integrity and excellent work ethic
- Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
- Proficient in excel

**Location and Travel**:
You’ll spend most of your time working remotely, but approximately 20% of the time you’ll be expected to travel to our Goodness Me Upper Gage location in Hamilton.
Extra Goodness
**Because wellness isn’t just for our shoppers**:
From our emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, to a strong culture of promoting from within and opportunities for skills development training, working at Goodness Me isn’t just a job, it’s a healthy career
**Other perks include**:

- 20% discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- Safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace
- Consistent hours (Monday-Friday with occasional evening/weekend availability)
- Remote work

**About Us**:
We are not your mainstream grocery store. It’s more than just shopping; it’s discovering the power of food
**At Goodness Me our mission is simple**: to discover, educate about, and offer healthy living products. Our business was born out of a passion to help people live longer, healthier, and happier lives. For close to 40 years, we’ve been providing our loyal customers with access to the healthiest products we can find.
We’d love to see a cover letter in addition to your resume. Don’t be afraid to be original
While we sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Goodness Me is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate in making employment decisions based upon race, colour, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any prohibited grounds. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please inform us of any accommodations required.