Accounts Payable Specialist – Danstar Ferment A.G

Posting Period

From November 06, 2025

to November 21, 2025

Country or region

Canada

Location

Montréal, Québec

Business Unit

Oenology

Department

Accounting / Finance

Entry date

As soon as possible

Job Status

Permanent - Full time

Minimal required work experience

5 years

Minimal education level required

Post-secondary program

Work schedule

Hybrid 3 days into office

Salary

Based on experience

Benefits

Competitive social benefits

Joining the Corporate Finance/Accounting team and work for one of the group's most important entities means being part of a team that works passionately and tirelessly to support all operational business units by providing high-quality and timely financial information.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor of the business unit "Danstar Ferment AG," you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, compliance with internal controls, and continuous improvement of supplier accounting processes. This role requires the ability to prioritize, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities:

• Entry of supplier invoices with PO (3WM) or without PO (GL coding)
• Accounts payable environment in a manufacturing setting with strong knowledge of inventory management, settlements, and adjustments
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Monitor accounts payable aging reports and resolve outstanding issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Ensures accurate month-end cut-off procedures for their assigned supplier portfolio
• Reconciliation of accounts payable sub-ledger with the general ledger
• Verification and filing of monthly supplier statements / responding to supplier inquiries
• Month-end intercompany account reconciliation
• Assist in the transition and integration of accounts payable processes into the new FSSC environment
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable

Required

• Post-secondary education in finance/accounting
• 5–7 years of experience in accounts payable
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and best practices
• Experience with multi-entity groups in a multi-currency environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Cognos, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and linking) and other Microsoft Office suite products

An asset

• Knowledge of T&E systems such as Concur
• Familiarity with accounts payable automation systems such as Medius, Rillion, Basware
• Experience in a shared services or multinational environment

Required

• Ability to quickly prioritize individual responsibilities and manage time effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and French
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Adaptability to change

An asset

• Creative problem-solving and proactive thinking

Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.

Lallemand has been serving the wine industry since the 1970s. Our Oenology business unit has a long history of helping wine reach its full potential, while remaining faithful to its roots and heritage. To achieve this goal, we employ yeasts and bacteria, as well as nutrients and protectors for said yeasts and bacteria. We also use specific inactivated yeasts and enzymes.

Working at Lallemand Oenology, a leader in its domain, means joining a team of pioneers who are constantly raising the bar – around the world

Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.