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Location: Saskatoon, SK (On-Site with some flexibility)
Reports To: Controller
Term: 3-Month Contract (Strong Potential to Become Permanent)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established and growing organization within the food manufacturing sector, known for its collaborative culture, operational excellence, and commitment to quality. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, team-oriented environment where finance plays a critical role in plant operations and overall business success.
This role is being offered as a 3-month contract with a strong possibility of becoming a permanent position based on performance and business needs. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and is looking to contribute meaningfully while positioning themselves for long-term growth.
Position Summary
Based at the Saskatoon facility, the Accounts Payable & Accounting Coordinator will report to the Controller (with additional oversight from the CFO, both based off-site). This role ensures the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, supports operational invoice workflows, and serves as the on-site point of contact for finance-related matters at the plant.
The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations, purchasing, and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
The AP function requires exceptional organization and ownership of the full invoice lifecycle — from receipt to payment and filing.
- Manage and monitor the AP mailbox, ensuring timely retrieval and response to all invoices and inquiries
- Regularly access supplier portals to retrieve invoices
- Review, code, and accurately post supplier invoices in QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise (QBE)
- Manage approval workflows and ensure proper documentation prior to payment
- Match invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts, confirming quantities, pricing, and terms
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with purchasing, operations, and suppliers
- Record and reconcile company credit card transactions; follow up on missing receipts and approvals
- Reconcile vendor accounts to statements and investigate outstanding discrepancies
- Maintain accurate vendor master data, including tax and banking information
- Ensure thorough document retention and adherence to internal policies
Banking & Payments
- Execute inter-account transfers and obtain FX quotes as required
- Schedule supplier payments in alignment with cash flow priorities
- Process payments through Conexus, Wise, and QBE systems and issue remittances
- Complete weekly reconciliations for bank accounts, line of credit, and corporate credit cards
- Record bank charges, interest, and related fees
Billing & Accounts Receivable Support
- Generate daily sales invoices through EDI and customer portals
- Process manual invoices for deposits and prepayments
Finance & Month-End Support
- Assist with month-end balance sheet and expense account reconciliations
- Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns (HST, GST, PST)
- Ensure accurate sales tax recording and compliance
Qualifications & Skills
Required
- 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable
- Experience within consumer packaged goods (CPG) and/or manufacturing environments
- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH)
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Professional communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
Considered an Asset
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise, SPS, and Fishbowl
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- CPA designation (in progress or interest in pursuing)
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- 3-month contract with strong potential for permanent placement
- Supportive, team-oriented plant environment
- Exposure to a growing food manufacturing organization
- Opportunity to take ownership of processes and contribute to operational efficiency
- Standard full-time business hours
Compensation will be competitive and aligned with experience.
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