Accounts Payable Technician

Groupe Dynamite; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe Dynamite is seeking an Accounts Payable Technician to join their Finance team in Montreal. This role involves ensuring accurate processing of invoices and payments, conducting financial analyses, and contributing to process improvements. The successful candidate will have a strong background in accounting and be proficient in both French and English.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in retail.
• Experience in a multi-currency environment.
• Strong aptitude with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices in high volumes accurately.
• Calculate self-assessment of taxes for Canada and the U.S.
• Participate in month-end closing processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of taxes

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

DEC/AEC or DEP in Accounting, Administration, or a related field

Tools

MS Dynamics GP finance system

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

As an Accounts Payable Technician, you’ll be a vital part of our Finance team, ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of invoices and payments while contributing to key financial analysis and process improvements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices in high volumes, accurately matching them with appropriate purchase orders and receiving documents or contracts in a fast-paced environment;
• Oversee and execute significant portions of the Accounts Payable cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing;
• Calculate the self-assessment of taxes for Canada and the U.S. when necessary, ensuring compliance;
• Analyze supplier statements and proactively follow up on missing invoices to maintain data integrity;
• Verify the appropriate expense allocation to cost centres and general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy;
• Ensure that required approvals are obtained for all supplier invoices prior to processing;
• Act as a primary vendor contact for complex inquiries and negotiate solutions for payment-related issues;
• Perform complex reconciliations and detailed analyses of accounts to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy;
• Participate actively in month-end closing processes to meet department deadlines;
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the Accounts Payable function;
• May have the opportunity to supervise or mentor junior staff.

Qualifications:

• DEC/AEC or DEP in Accounting, Administration, or a related field;
• 2–5 years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in the retail industry and in a multi-currency environment;
• Advanced Excel skills and strong aptitude with ERP systems (experience with the MS Dynamics GP finance system is a significant asset);
• Strong knowledge of direct and indirect tax implications for various transaction types;
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec.

Asssets:

• Be able to make tough decisions;
• Thrive in the face of change with a strong sense of urgency;
• Challenge the status quo by contributing impactful ideas and solutions;
• Build partnerships and prioritize collaboration;
• Present information in an effective and concise manner;
• Be proactive and exceed expected results;
• Be detail oriented and comfortable in a high volume and fast-paced environment.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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