Accounts Payable Specialist

AgSource

Calgary

On-site

CAD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading genetics company is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage all financial transactions. This role requires 3+ years of accounts payable experience and proficiency in JD Edwards. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong attention to detail and effective communication skills. This position is in-person in Calgary and offers a full-time fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in an Accounts Payable position.
Exposure to multi-currency payables and 1099 experience.
Intermediate level in Excel.

Responsibilities

Answer vendor and internal queries.
Review, verify, and enter invoices.
Process cheque runs and organize mailing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Customer service

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

Reporting to our Controller and working as a key member of our AP team, this role is responsible to provide day-to-day accounts payable expertise for all financial transactions for Alta Genetics North America payables. You will be required to use JD Edwards and other related systems.

Answer both vendor and internal queries
Review, verify, and enter all invoices
Track and process expense reports in compliance with company’s policies and procedures
Process cheque runs, and organize mailing to vendors and contractors in a timely manner
Post and reconcile accounts payable transactions
Monitor and conduct analysis on accounts to ensure payments are up to date
Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries to resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
Assist with month end closing and reports
Provide supporting documentation for audits

Skills And Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in an Accounts Payable position
Exposure to multi-currency payables as well as 1099 experience is considered an asset
Computer Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate Level in Excel)
Experience utilizing JD Edwards Enterprise One 9.2 software is considered an asset
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational and administrative abilities
Self-motivated to complete tasks both in a team and individual setting
Willing to take on additional duties as required
Ability to take initiative to continuously review and improve the processes and information within the department and company
High level of customer service and communication skills
Ability to effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines

About Us

Alta Genetics is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beef and dairy cattle genetics worldwide, with retail operations in 14 markets and partners in more than 55 wholesale markets. We provide dairy and beef consulting services and solutions in cow activity and health monitoring, calf nutrition, reproduction, and herd management programs. Through industry-leading training and development programs, Alta Genetics aspires to be the most resourceful, valuable, and trusted partner for progressive dairy farms and beef ranches that nourish the world through sustainable and profitable operations.

Alta has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 10 operating companies in 17 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.

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