Accounts Payable Specialist – Danstar Ferment A.G.

Institut Rosell-Lallemand Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing entity in Montreal is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their Corporate Finance/Accounting team. This role includes responsibilities such as processing invoices and reconciling accounts, requiring strong prioritization skills and effective communication in both English and French. Candidates should possess a detail-oriented mindset and adapt to changing environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to quickly prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and French.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Entry of supplier invoices with PO or without PO.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume transactions.
• Reconcile accounts payable sub-ledger with the general ledger.

Skills

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Communication in English

Communication in French

Problem-solving

Job description

Joining the Corporate Finance/Accounting team and work for one of the group’s most important entities means being part of a team that works passionately and tirelessly to support all operational business units by providing high-quality and timely financial information.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor of the business unit “Danstar Ferment AG,” you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, compliance with internal controls, and continuous improvement of supplier accounting processes. This role requires the ability to prioritize, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities:

• Entry of supplier invoices with PO (3WM) or without PO (GL coding)
• Accounts payable environment in a manufacturing setting with strong knowledge of inventory management, settlements, and adjustments
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Monitor accounts payable aging reports and resolve outstanding issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Ensures accurate month-end cut-off procedures for their assigned supplier portfolio
• Reconciliation of accounts payable sub-ledger with the general ledger
• Verification and filing of monthly supplier statements / responding to supplier inquiries
• Month-end intercompany account reconciliation
• Assist in the transition and integration of accounts payable processes into the new FSSC environment
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable

Qualifications:

• Ability to quickly prioritize individual responsibilities and manage time effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and French
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Adaptability to change
• Creative problem-solving and proactive thinking