AP Coordinator

Nippon Express Canada Ltd.; Mississauga, Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental &

Vision Coverage)

RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (vacation & sick)

Job summary

Nippon Express Canada Ltd. is seeking an AP Coordinator to manage accounting for all Canadian branches. reporting to the Accounting Assistant Manager.

You will oversee accounts payable, handle vendor inquiries, disputes and reconcile statements while maintaining confidentiality of financial transactions. Responsibilities include processing invoices, disbursements, adjustments, accruals, and maintaining open items. Strong English communication and Excel/SAP knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of direct work experience in a similar position.
• Basic knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Word, AS400 and SAP.
• Ability to interpret and act upon complex instructions.
• Good communication skills, including written and verbal skills in English (French a plus).
• Able to multi-task, remain objective in stressful situations.
• Ability to work overtime on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and process accounts payable including disbursements and rush payments.
• Process vendor invoices for payment in the accounting system.
• Process adjustments, correction and accruals in the accounting system.
• Monitor and maintain open items in accounts payables, including reconciliation to vendor statements.
• Build working relationships with internal departments to resolve customer disputes in a timely manner.
• Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial transactions as they relate to the organization and its customers.
• Other tasks and projects as may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma

College degree in Accounting or business

Post-secondary education or equivalent

Tools

AS400

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Summary

The AP Coordinator is required to handle the accounting for all branches across Canada. Reporting to the Accounting Assistant Manager, this position is responsible for overseeing tasks related to accounts payable while adhering to established procedures. This position involves handling vendor inquiries, investigating vendor disputes and reconcile vendor Statements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and process accounts payable including disbursements and rush payments
• Process vendor invoices for payment in the accounting system
• Process adjustments, correction and accruals in the accounting system
• Monitor and maintain open items in accounts payables, including reconciliation to vendor statements
• Build working relationships with internal departments to resolve customer disputes in a timely manner
• Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial transactions as they relate to the organization and its customers
• Other tasks and projects as may be required

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of direct work experience in a similar position
• Basic knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping,
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Word, AS400 and SAP.
• Ability to interpret and act upon complex instructions
• Good communication skills, including written and verbal skills in English (French a plus)
• Able to multi-task, remain objective in stressful situations
• Ability to work overtime on occasion

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent experience
• College degree in Accounting or business a plus
• Post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Various clients within NECA and NE Group companies
• NECA management and employees
• Various vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, government agencies
• NE Group company employees

Location and Job Environment:

• Workstation in the Accounting Department at Head Office.
• Quiet, no extreme fluctuations in temperature or exposure to dangerous substances
• Some stress related to conflicting demands, deadlines and prioritization of tasks
• Overtime or after hours work as required.

**What We Offer! **

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage)
• RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching
• Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)
• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

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Posting is for an existing vacancy.