Accounts Payable Coordinator

High Liner Foods; Lunenburg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood company in Nova Scotia is seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator. Responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, reconciling discrepancies, and ensuring timely payments. Ideal candidates have a business diploma and experience in Accounts Payable. Join a company that values diversity and offers flexible work options and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health, dental & vision coverage

Pay for performance incentives

Employee & Family assistance programs

Wellness Programs

Retirement Planning

Volunteer hours

Learning and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Possess a business diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Accounts Payable or related accounting is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Validate invoices for accuracy.
• Reconcile supplier invoices with receiving documents.
• Respond to accounts payable inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Initiative

Positive attitude

Education

Post-secondary diploma or certificate in business-related field

1-2 years of Accounts Payable experience

Job description

Job Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor, Accounts Payable, the Accounts Payable Coordinator is responsible for timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and investigating invoicing discrepancies.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Attentively validate invoices in document capture software to ensure the data is correct
• As needed, update document capture software settings to improve data capture accuracy
• Reconcile supplier invoices to receiving documents ensuring accurate and timely payment
• Investigate and resolve outstanding balances and reconciling items, work with internal partners and/or suppliers for prompt resolution
• Accurately review voucher entries and all invoices before batch processing
• Review and action corporate credit card expense reports. Promptly follow up on missing documentation on behalf of the Senior Corporate Credit Card Coordinator
• Collaborate with the master data team to compile necessary documents for new vendor setup. Understand and execute payment of aged invoices in accounts payable workflow
• Assist with sorting incoming mail (fax, mail or email) and directing the appropriate avenue for processing based on acquired knowledge of our suppliers, internal stakeholders, and processes
• Respond to accounts payable email inquiries as required
• Identify discrepancies between invoiced information and High Liner Foods internal database
• Accountability for maintaining payment accuracy and timeliness for any vendors for which you are responsible

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in a business-related field of study or equivalent experience
• 1-2 years of Accounts Payable or related accounting experience
• You enjoy being part of a team and get satisfaction from getting tasks completed before they are due
• You are a self-starter and work well independently while taking the initiative to help others around you
• You are more interested in seeing the team succeed than what is on your job description
• You have a positive “can-do” attitude and welcome the opportunity to tackle new problems and enjoy the challenge of finding ways to continuously improve
• You are curious and have an exceptional attention to detail that enables you to effectively solve problems and overcome obstacles independently or in a group
• You have a unique ability of creating win-win resolutions when dealing with difficult situations and can tactfully handle difficult conversations
• You take pride in your strong Microsoft Excel skills and enjoy learning how to leverage technology to improve controls and create efficiencies
• Understanding of basic accounting principles

What’s in it for you?

Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path, backed by great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.

• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental & vision coverage
• Pay for performance incentives
• Employee & Family assistance programs
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Planning
• Supplemental Parental Leaves
• Disability Support
• Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
• Volunteer hours
• Learning and mentorship opportunities
• Safety focused work environment

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Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.

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