Accounts Payable

Slegg Building Materials is currently looking for a highly motivated and customer-focused individual for the position of Accounts Payable for either our head office in Sidney or once training is complete our office in Langford. Key Responsibilities * Acts as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers * Maintains an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as top priorities * Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances * Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries * Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments * Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions * Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions * Maintains historical records by scanning and filing documents * Reports sales taxes by calculating requirements on paid invoices * Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities * Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed * Demonstrates superior customer service when speaking with the public Skills and Qualifications * One year or more experience in an accounts payable environment * Ability to work under conditions of pressure and adjust to urgent situations * Excellent computer and business organization software proficiency * Proven ability to work in a team environment * Detail orientated with disciplined work habits * A positive can do attitude is essential! Compensation * Wages - competitive wages based on the market and experience * Benefits o Health benefits including drug and dental coverage, practitioners, disability and life insurance o Retirement savings - RRSP or other * Perks - Company discounts (employee pricing, mobile phone plans, gym membership), recognition and training programs, opportunities for career advancement, group events and more