Accounts Payable Assistant

Job description

Accounts Payable Assistant

Burnaby, BC

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Schneider Electric™ creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 160,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment: https://youtu.be/NlLJMv1Y7Hk .

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

· Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures

· Review and verify invoices and check requests

· Sort, code and match invoices to PO (bill purchase orders)

· Enter and upload invoices into system

· Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments via different means

· Create vendor templates in bank account website

· Prepare and perform check runs

· Reconcile accounts payable transactions

· Prepare analysis of accounts

· Verify banking information and set up bank accounts for new supplier

· Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date

· Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues

· Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries

· Produce monthly reports

· Assist with month end closing

· Provide supporting documentation for audits

Desired profile

Qualifications :

· Proven working experience as an accounts payable clerk

· Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles

· Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records

· Data entry skills along with an ability for numbers

· Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and ERP (preferable NetSuite)

· Proficiency in English and in MS Office

· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

· Diploma degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration (or another country acceptable educational degree)

We seek out and reward people for being straightforward, open, passionate, effective and challenging the status quo. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome people as they are, creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. We're looking for people with a passion for success — on the job and beyond. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric: https://youtu.be/6D2Av1uUrzY .

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.