Accounting Coordinator - Sensient Colors Canada Ltd

We are seeking an ambitious new graduate to join our Kingston team with the goal of progressing to the role of Senior Accountant within a few years. As a prospective team member, you will be responsible for Accounts Payable and Payroll processing, general cost accounting support, and other office duties.

This position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth, allowing you to hone your accounting skills and take on progressively challenging responsibilities. We value proactive individuals who are eager to contribute to the success of our organization and are committed to supporting your career advancement with our dynamic and collaborative work environment.

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Essential Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process purchase orders into the company financial system daily.
• Process weekly AP payments.
• Ensure invoices are approved and correct before processing payments.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, past due invoices and other items as needed.
• Review vendor statements and ensure all invoices are processed.
• Prepare data for month-end AP accrual.
• Set up new vendors and maintain vendors records.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices and payments.

General Cost Accounting Support

• Monitor monthly expenses and cost saving initiatives.
• Support operation team on executing cost saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with Senior Account on monitor and update product costs.

Payroll

• Administer all payroll functions for timely and accurate payments.
• Manage data collection, processing, and verification of biweekly payroll.
• Oversee weekly timesheets.
• Identify and resolve payroll issues.
• Administer employee health insurance, benefit and savings plans (RRSP Matching).

Misc. Duties

• Coordinate order and delivery of office supplies.
• Coordinate monthly processing of travel and expense reports.
• Support documentation on operational training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Associate degree required.
• Experience working with JD Edward preferred.
• 1+ years of AR/AP/Admin experience is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Proficiency with financial software and Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse, and rapidly changing environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled