Accounts Payable Coordinator

Univar; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator in Toronto to oversee invoice processing and ensure payment accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a diploma and strong attention to detail, alongside excellent communication skills. Join a leading global distributor committed to sustainability and diversity, offering a total rewards package to support employee well-being.

Benefits

Employer paid medical and dental

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Paid training and development programs

Global career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of logistics/transportation.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve transportation invoices for payment.
• Address inquiries from carriers regarding payments.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma or Higher

Job description

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Company Name: Univar Solutions Canada LTD

Requisition ID: 33242

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Accounts Payable Coordinator:

Accounts Payable Coordinators are directly responsible for approving and reviewing invoices. They represent a significant monetary amount that will pass through their hands, so integrity is needed. Experience with freight invoices would be a plus. This role requires tenacity to review invoices all day. Coordinator will also address carrier inquiries or concerns regarding process or payment and must have phone skills and email professionalism. Must have a strong attention to detail.

What You'll Do:

• Review transportation invoices, ensuring invoices are legitimate and accurate before authorizing for payment.
• Ensure invoices are processed to avoid disruption in services.
• Address carrier inquiries or concerns regarding process or payment.
• Applies organizational policies and assures adherence to departmental procedures.
• Meet month end close timelines for invoice processing.
• Interface with both internal customers and fleet vendors and capable of representing Univar in carrier meetings.
• Handle repeatable analysis and tasks driving continuous cost and service improvement by recommending and implementing stated improvements.
• Evaluates and recommends changes in methods and procedures in assigned area of responsibility.
• Acts as liaison with other departments, units, business organizations and third-party service providers.
• Performs record keeping, hard and soft document filing, scanning and document attaching.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What You'll Need:

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Higher. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of basic logistics/transportation verbiage.
• Exceptional interpersonal and people skills and dedication to working in a "team" environment that will facilitate problem solving by listening to and building consensus.
• Ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, attention to detail and adjust priorities on demand.
• Excellent customer service focus, results oriented.

What You'll receive:

Benefits including employer paid medical, dental, short term and long-term disability coverage.

Paid training and development programs at every level.

Global career advancement and mentoring opportunities.

Employee Resource Networks that are advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and well-being of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefit offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification