Accounts Payable Administrator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Wittington Investments is a well-established private parent company of George Weston Limited. As the AP Administrator in the Family Office, you will play a key role within our Accounting/Finance team and be responsible for accurate and timely processing of invoices for multiple entities. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting, this is an opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate for this role is organized, reliable and able to manage conflicting priorities within structured deadlines and deliverables.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process accounts payables in compliance with financial policies and procedures including verifying, classifying, computing, recording and posting of invoices
Processing payment runs via electronic fund transfers and wire payments
Reconciling AP to cash disbursements and investigating any variances
Monitor vendor accounts, identify discrepancies and resolve payment issues
Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries in a timely manner
Correspond with department heads to obtain invoice approvals and resolve any issues in a timely manner
Complete monthly AP reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
Maintain financial security by following internal controls
Prepare daily banking reports to monitor cash balances across multiple entities and investigating any variances
Assist with various month-end closing and other tasks as required
Assist with various administrative tasks as required
Assist with checking mails, distribution to the employees and saving them electronically
Assist with credit card receipts compilation and general ledger coding for employee issued credit cards.
Working collaboratively with the accounts payable team to provide adequate coverage during annual leaves.
Manage and maintain the file depository system, ensuring all company documents are accurately labeled and saved in compliance with existing file saving policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

College or University degree in business, accounting or financial management, preferred 3- 5 years accounts payable or general accounting experience is considered an asset
Must be highly organized, flexible, detail and results oriented
Gives high priority to quality and has the ability to manage conflicting priorities
Able to work independently with some direction and in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and actions to people at all levels in the organization
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
Good time management skills and reacts quickly to changing priorities
Possess a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and respect for confidentiality
Foundational understanding of information systems and IT controls is considered an asset
Experience with identifying efficiencies in processes and implementing new processes is considered an asset
Experience with SAP Business by Design and Sharepoint is considered an asset

Wittington Investments, Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We know our success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees and that diverse backgrounds and experiences makes us stronger.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email people.culture@wittington.ca, so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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