Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable

Imperial Dade; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Dade Canada is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional to handle vendor invoices, ensure accuracy, and support general ledger activities. The role involves collaboration with internal teams, tax compliance, and timely financial close responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold an accounting degree or equivalent certification and have at least two years of related experience, with strong Excel skills and bilingual communication.

Qualifications

• Fluently bilingual with excellent verbal and written communication, able to interact with multiple departments.
• Self-starter and results driven.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Collaborative across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Adapts well to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Undergraduate degree or accounting certification and 2 years of related work experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel).

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all vendor invoices (including sales tax compliance).
• Adhere to company standards and procedures and Delegation of Authority matrix.
• Research and resolve quantity or pricing variances, or other disputes and process credits as required.
• Assist with general ledger accounts, including preparation of schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Participate in other initiatives as assigned.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Accounting degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Imperial Dade is a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies, printing papers, and equipment across North America. With a strong and growing presence in Canada, we proudly serve Canadian businesses and communities with the highest standards of quality, reliability, and service.

Imperial Dade Canada is deeply rooted in the country, with over 135 years of Canadian history and a workforce of 1,500 Canadian employees. Our operations span 35 locations from coast to coast, including Saint John, Newfoundland and Vancouver, British Columbia—ensuring efficient service and local support nationwide. We are incorporated in Canada, and our 100% Canadian leadership team ensures that decisions for Canada are made in Canada.

Trusted by Canadian Businesses

We are a key distributor partner to many Canadian manufacturers, supporting long-standing relationships and ensuring the timely availability of high-quality products. Our Canadian customer service team understands the unique needs of Canadian businesses and delivers tailored solutions with a local touch.

Imperial Brady Canada, leading national distributor, has a job open in Saint-Laurent. Under general supervision, the candidate holding this position is responsible for processing vendor invoices and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all Accounts Payable within their scope, including resolution of pricing and quantity discrepancies, as required. This position is responsible for communication with internal stakeholders, and vendors, resolution of vendor disputes, statement reconciliation and other ad-hoc requests. This position analyzes relevant general ledger accounts, prepares general ledger journal entries, and is involved in month-end and year-end close procedures. This position is required to meet all scheduled monthly financial reporting and sales tax deadlines and must provide accurate and timely analysis and research as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all vendor invoices (including sales tax compliance)
• Ensure adherence to Company standards and procedures and Delegation of Authority matrix.
• Research and resolve quantity or pricing variances, or other disputes and processes credits as required.
• Assist with one or more general ledger accounts in assigned accounting area(s), including but not limited to preparation of supporting schedules, preparation of appropriate journal entries, and reconciliation of account(s)
• Assist in the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close.
• Participate in other initiatives as assigned.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

• Fluently bilingual, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a variety of team members in various departments.
• Must be a self-starter and results driven.
• Positive and professional demeanor
• Collaborative skills: works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Must adapt well to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Undergraduate degree or other accounting certification from an accredited College/University and 2 years of related work experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel).

Working/Other Conditions:

• Indoor office environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prolong periods of sitting, and computer and phone use.

At Imperial Dade,we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact [e-mail].