Analyst - Accounts Payable

ProAmpac; Whitby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus (target 10%)

On-site role

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst in Whitby, Ontario. This on-site, full-time role partners with Shared Services to ensure accurate invoice processing and timely AP transactions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and at least three years of AP experience, with ERP and Excel proficiency. You’ll support month-end close, annual audits, and continuous process improvements while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in accounts payable analysis.
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Sound judgment, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Shared Services to process invoices and accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Investigate and resolve purchase order matching exceptions, invoice discrepancies, and payment processing issues.
• Identify root causes of recurring invoice delays and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Support month-end close activities, including purchase order receipt accrual reviews, invoice accruals, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting.
• Assist with year-end financial activities, tax preparation, and audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance accounts payable processes and internal controls.
• Support additional finance and accounting initiatives as business needs evolve.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

201 South Blair St Whitby, ON L1N0N6, CAN

Description

Accounts Payable Analyst

Location: Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: CAD $50,000 - $60,000 compensation rage with a discretionary bonus targeted at 10%

Build Your Career with ProAmpac

At ProAmpac, we believe great results start with great people. Our teams work together to deliver innovative packaging solutions while continuously improving how we operate.

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team in Whitby, Ontario.

In this role, you'll partner with our plant operations and Shared Services teams to support accurate and timely invoice processing, financial reconciliations, and reporting. You'll also play an important role in identifying opportunities to strengthen processes, improve efficiency, and support financial accuracy across the business.

What You'll Do

• Partner with Shared Services to process invoices and accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently.


• Investigate and resolve purchase order matching exceptions, invoice discrepancies, and payment processing issues.


• Identify root causes of recurring invoice delays and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements.


• Support month-end close activities, including purchase order receipt accrual reviews, invoice accruals, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting.


• Assist with year-end financial activities, tax preparation, and audits.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance accounts payable processes and internal controls.


• Support additional finance and accounting initiatives as business needs evolve.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.


• Minimum of three years of experience in accounts payable analysis.


• Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.


• Understanding of accounting principles, financial processes, and internal controls.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues and develop practical solutions.


• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.


• Sound judgment, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience supporting month-end close, reconciliations, or audit activities.


• Additional education or professional certifications in Accounting, Finance, Accounts Payable, or related systems.

This position is based at our Whitby manufacturing facility and primarily works in a professional office environment.

Occasional exposure to manufacturing areas may be required, where employees follow established safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Why ProAmpac?

At ProAmpac, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team, develop your professional skills, and help improve the processes that support our business.

We value accountability, continuous improvement, and individuals who take pride in delivering quality results.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

ProAmpac is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We make employment decisions without discrimination based on any ground protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

ProAmpac is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruiting team know so we can work with you to address your accessibility needs.

Vacancy Status: This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: ProAmpac may use AI to assist with preparing recruiting materials. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. Candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by people.