Accounts Payable

Welcome to the unexpected delight of plant-based exploration We're the creators of a revolutionary cheese alternative that tastes, shreds, melts and stretches like traditional cheese. Today, as plant-based food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team.

We believe in pioneering plant-based breakthroughs that delight people and planet. Our portfolio of great tasting foods provide an opportunity for everyone to gather around the table, whether you have food allergies, are flexitarian, vegan, vegetarian, or just plant-based curious

We're one big family of food-loving Daiyans, and we're always on the lookout for people who share our passion, our vision, and our ability to make each other smile.

**SUMMARY**

The Accounts Payable (AP) Associate is responsible for providing financial and administrative support in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations.

The AP Associate reports to the AP Supervisor and is responsible for providing financial, administrative, and clerical services. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that finances are accurate and up to date, that staff are reimbursed in a timely and appropriate manner and that vendors are paid within established time limits are important functions for this team member. This role will complete payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices. Works closely with other AP Associates in a collaborative and collegial manner.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Receive and verify PO invoices and requisitions for goods and
- Process invoices in a timely manner
- Communicate with vendors regarding status of payment and request statements for reconciliation
- Check employee expense claims w/receipts, ensuring manager's approval is present.
- Ensure credit card statements are matched with receipts.
- Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to
- Charge expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries in computer system (Syspro).
- Perform cheque runs, wire transfers, EFT and ACH payments.
- Work closely with General Accountant at month-end to ensure timely and accurate processing of month end duties including accruing for expenses which could not be entered in the computer system before AP module was
- Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account
- Maintain historical records by filing
- Protect organization's value by keeping information
- Other duties as

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in accounting and/or finance roles with progressive experience in
- Experience using Syspro is an asset
- Experience performing Accounts Payable functions with an understanding of accounting and maintaining general ledgers,
- Experience in successfully managing vendor relationships on behalf of the company
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment in the food industry is an

**RELATED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES**
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial
- Strong analytical and problem-solving
- Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Able to prioritize under the pressure of tight
- Deal tactfully and efficiently with all
- Exceptional organizational and time-management
- Strong English written and oral communication

**BENEFITS**
- Competitive compensation
- Extended Health benefits fully paid by Daiya for your family
- 3 weeks' vacation
- Flex days
- RRSP matching your retirement contributions
- Annual personal health and wellness fund
- Fun and creative environment
- Inspiring and innovative work
- Smart and passionate teams
- Making people and the planet a healthier place
- At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday. We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision. _