Accounts Payable Administrator
Accounts Payable Administrator
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Location:
22 St. Clair Avenue East Toronto Ontario M4T 2S7About Us
Wittington Investments Limited a private Canadian company is the holding company of the Weston group of companies which includes George Weston Limited Loblaw Companies Limited and Choice Properties REIT.
George Weston Limited is a Canadian public company founded in 1882. George Weston has two operating segments: Loblaw Companies Limited Canadas largest food and drug retailer and a provider of financial services and Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust Canadas largest and preeminent diversified REIT. With over 200000 employees working at George Weston and its operating segments the group of companies represent one of Canadas largest private sector employers.
Job Description
Accounts Payable Administrator
About Us
Wittington Investments Limited is a private holding company owning a variety of investments and businesses in iconic Canadian companies. Including investments in Loblaw Companies Limited Choice Properties REIT and ownership of Holt Renfrew. Wittington is also the General Partner of Wittington Ventures a venture capital fund investing in technology-oriented start-ups. Wittington also proudly supports the philanthropic activities of the Weston Family Foundation.
Headquartered in mid-town Toronto we are a group of diverse purpose driven and results oriented organization.
Position Summary:
Wittington Investments is a well-established private parent company of George Weston Limited. As the AP Administrator you will play a key role within our Accounting/Finance team and be responsible for accurate and timely processing of invoices for multiple entities. Reporting to the Senior Manager Accounting and Financial Reporting this is an opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate for this role is organized reliable and able to manage conflicting priorities within structured deadlines and deliverables.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Process accounts payables in compliance with financial policies and procedures including verifying classifying computing recording and posting of invoices
- Processing payment runs via electronic fund transfers and wire payments
- Reconciling AP to cash disbursements and investigating any variances
- Monitor vendor accounts identify discrepancies and resolve payment issues
- Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries in a timely manner
- Correspond with department heads to obtain invoice approvals and resolve any issues in a timely manner
- Complete monthly AP reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
- Review and process employee expense reimbursements
- Maintain financial security by following internal controls
- Prepare daily banking reports to monitor cash balances across multiple entities and investigating any variances
- Assist with various month-end closing and other tasks as required
- Assist with various administrative tasks as required
Qualifications:
- College or University degree in business accounting or financial management
- 1-3 years accounts payable or general accounting experience is considered an asset
- Must be highly organized flexible detail and results oriented
- Gives high priority to quality and has the ability to manage conflicting priorities
- Able to work independently with some direction and in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and actions to people at all levels in the organization
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Good time management skills and reacts quickly to changing priorities
- Possess a high degree of professionalism integrity and respect for confidentiality
- Foundational understanding of information systems and IT controls is considered an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is considered an asset
Whats in it for you
- A friendly collaborative and inclusive culture
- Tuition Reimbursement & Training to help you develop to your full potential.
- Hybrid Workplace
- Flexible Benefits from the day you join.
- Wellness programs and initiatives
Wittington Investments Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We know our success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees. Diverse backgrounds and experiences make our business stronger.
If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation please email so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Number of Openings
1Wittington recognizes Canadas diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nations evolving diversity in the people we hire and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.
In addition we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
