Accounts Payable Clerk

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Job type: Full-time, permanent
The expected annual pay range: $42,000 – $51,000 depending on knowledge and experience
Do you love chocolates? As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so. We truly value diversity in our workforce and therefore, welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds. We’re looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Finance team based in the Chester office in Vancouver, BC. This individual will report to the Finance Manager.
Job Overview: The primary objective of the Accounts Payable department is to facilitate prompt, precise, and efficient payment processing while meticulously recording all financial transactions. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, this department not only upholds Purdy's robust financial standing but also cultivates positive relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Process high volume accounts payable invoices, review, verify and match invoices and purchase orders.
• Process employee expenses and tuition reimbursements, weekly cheque runs, manual cheques, vendor invoices and rental payments.
• Process and reconcile period-end Visa statements.
• Ensure payments of GST (Goods and Services Tax) and PST (Provincial Sales Tax).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records to close period end per the timeline.
• Provide support for audits and other financial inquiries.
• Perform clerical support, filing electronically and collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve payment related issues

You will be a good fit if you have:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance
• 1 to 2 years of manufacturing experience in Accounts Payable; preferably in high volume environment; with manufacturing and/or retail experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and a proven ability to collaborate with a large team and across other departments.
• High level of accuracy & attention to detail
• Experience with Canadian commodity taxes, ERP systems, and accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to be proactive and resolve issues.

Get ready to enjoy:

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy
• Extended Health & Dental Plan Sickness and Disability Plans
• RRSP Matching Program Profit Sharing depending on achieving the business goals
• Purdys Perks (Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee discount, and much more)

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