Accounts Payable Specialist

Aqua-Pak Industries Ltd. is the market leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing eco-friendly, cost-effective expanded-polystyrene (EPS) solutions for construction, forestry, food, and medical packaging. Every day, our team helps customers reduce costs and environmental impact - all while growing a proudly Canadian company.

Our people are our best and most important asset, and through the development of our accounting department, we are searching for an **Accounts Payable Specialist**to join our amazing team of staff

The **Accounts Payable Specialist**will report to the Accounting Manager, and will be responsible for managing our vendor bill process from end-to-end, keep our numbers razor-sharp, and champion process improvements that drive the business forward.

**What's in it for you**:

- A base salary of $56,000 - $60,000 per year
- Quarterly bonus program
- Year-end bonus
- 5 paid sick/personal days per year + company vacation plan
- Company-paid RRSP plan
- Company-paid benefits plan
- Company culture events
- A fantastic team of staff to work with

**Shift Schedule**:
The shift schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm, with a 1-hour lunch break.

**Work location**:
This position will be based out of our office at 7398 132 Street, Surrey, BC.

**What you'll do**:

- **Vendor Bill Processing & Reconciliation**: Review and post vendor bills, ensuring proper documentation and approval. Reconcile vendor statements, research discrepancies, and match vendor bills with purchase orders and item receipts.
- **Payment Management**: Prepare and prioritize vendor payments based on cash discount potential and payment terms. Audit and process credit card bills, expense reports, and EFT setups for new vendors.
- **Reconciliation and Reporting**: Record and reconcile landed costs by associating freight bills with item receipts. Assist with month-end closing activities, ensuring financial data integrity. Audit and process credit card bills and expense reports, maintaining thorough documentation for compliance and reporting purposes.
- **Customer Setup**: Set up and maintain customer records in NetSuite.
- **Vendor & Customer Relations**: Respond to vendor inquiries and manage the payables inbox. Maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
- **Process Improvements**: Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
- **Other Duties**: Perform other job-related duties and special projects, as assigned.

**What you bring**:

- Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Accounting or Business Administration.
- 2+ years of experience in accounts payable.
- Knowledge of standard A/P processes, accounting regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook, and accounting software (NetSuite is an asset).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and tactful approach to stakeholders.
- Experience in manufacturing or construction industries is an asset.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $56,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC V3W 4M7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have any accounting experience working in the manufacturing industry? If so, how many years?

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Accounting software: 2 years (preferred)
- Accounts payable: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Surrey, BC V3W 4M7