Accounts Payable Specialist (F25)

Trail Appliances; Richmond; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their dynamic team in Richmond. This role involves processing supplier invoices, managing payments, and ensuring accuracy in financial records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable, with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Join a company that values integrity, improvement, and determination, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. If you are organized, reliable, and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience in accounts payable.
• Great attention to detail and high accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and credit notes from suppliers accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice Processing

Excel Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Working at Trail Appliances

Joining Trail Appliances means becoming part of an entrepreneurial-minded, driven team dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience. We are the leading independent appliance retailer in Western Canada, with over 500 employees across British Columbia, operating in 10 showrooms, 3 Outlet Centres, 3 distribution centres, and 4 offices in major markets. Join our team of trailblazers!

Our core values:

• Integrity – We do what’s right, even when no one is looking.
• Improvement – We do it well; then we do it better.
• Caring – We put ourselves in others’ shoes.
• Authenticity – We like people, not pretense.
• Determination – We kick down walls. We have everything we need to inspire our customers. Except you.

The Accounts Payable (“AP”) Specialist is responsible for processing supplier invoices, credit notes, and managing payments to suppliers in a timely and accurate manner.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will:

1. Process invoices and credit notes received from suppliers.
2. Match invoices to purchasing and receiving records.
3. Investigate and resolve variances with the Purchasing Agent to determine correct pricing and quantities.
4. Create bill-backs to suppliers where necessary to resolve PO or invoice errors.
5. Post invoice details into the accounting system, including supplier number, document type, document number, date, payment terms, total amount, and sales taxes; match invoice line items to GRNs; post pricing variances; record co-op allowances, volume rebates, and freight.
6. Perform account reconciliations in the General Ledger and understand the impact of adjustments.
7. Prepare GL coding for corporate credit card transactions for review by the manager.
8. Prepare chargeback documents to suppliers related to invoice variances.
9. Reconcile supplier statements monthly and follow up on inquiries or discrepancies.
10. Prepare monthly supplier AR/credit statements.
11. Perform other duties as required.

The experience we like to see:

• Minimum 2 years of related experience in accounts payable.
• Experience processing both cheque and EFT payments.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Great attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Capable of handling high volume tasks.
• Ability to prioritize effectively.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Organized and reliable.

Work Environment:

• High-volume workload.
• Core office hours with flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
• Regular interaction with other departments.
• Location: Richmond Head Office only.

Salary: $47,000 - $52,000 per year.

We inspire possibilities, make shopping ridiculously easy, and help create special moments at home. Are you ready to meet your team?