Job Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the processing and payment of vendors. This role ensures that vendor invoices have been received, approved by the appropriate individuals, coded, and processed for payment in a timely manner. The Accounts Payable Specialist is also responsible for the reconciliation of purchasing accruals, and for ensuring that any accrual shortfalls or overages are addressed. Accounts Payable

• Distribution of incoming vendor invoices and vendor emails
• Coding of vendor invoices
• Selecting vendor & supplier Canadian dollar invoices for weekly cheque/ACH/EFT payments, and processing of weekly payment runs for Barentz Canada
• Vendor statement reconciliation & inquiries
• Monitoring for any fraud activity

Purchasing Reconciliation

• Reconciliation of all purchasing accruals (made by Logistics) to actual invoices presented for payment by material overhead suppliers
• Addresses any issues with shortfalls or overages on accruals by following up with Vendor, Logistics, Operations, and Director of Accounting as required (to make any stock related/invoicing adjustments

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general ledger journal entries as required for stock transactions, warehouse transfers, etc. as assigned
• Electronic filing of documents
• Provides filing support as needed for the Accounting team
• Backs up the AP team for portions of their duties as required
• Supports and leads by example, Barentz’ culture, strategies, pillars, and fundamentals
• Participates in ongoing personal development opportunities
• Performs other duties as requested

Education, Experience, Required Knowledge and Skills

• Accounting degree or diploma or equivalent work experience
• Detailed knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the audience as needed
• Software knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Must have access to the appropriate internet connect ability
• Acts legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz’ values and fundamentals

About Pestell Nutrition

Pestell Nutrition is a leading distributor of specialty ingredients in the North American animal nutrition market. We supply our customers with high-quality nutritional additives and ingredients for the animal nutrition and pet food industries. Since 1972, we have used our technical expertise to help our customers create and deliver nutritional solutions for high performance across Canada and the U.S. Pestell Nutrition is specialized in the global sourcing and supply of Feed Additives, Nutritional Ingredients, Macro and Trace Minerals, Pet Specialty Ingredients, and Ag Products. In 2021, Pestell Nutrition joined forces with Barentz to lead the Animal Nutrition vertical for North America. Please visit our website at www.pestell.com to learn more about us.

About Barentz

Barentz is a world class supplier of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals focused on improving the quality and length of life. We provide products that help our customers meet their formulary needs and achieve sustainability goals. We strive to change the conversation by creating value for our customers in a diverse range of end markets by providing technical and regulatory support and offering unique and creative solutions. Our business leverages an infrastructure of industry leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing & logistics network, and a commitment to creating customer success. This philosophy has enabled Barentz to offer its customers and principal partners with North American capabilities while maintaining a local focus. Every day, we strive to deliver fantastic customer experiences. Barentz offers a competitive salary in addition to a positive and collaborative corporate culture. We believe in developing people as well as growing our business and make this philosophy a priority. Working at Pestell Nutrition, a part of Barentz, provides the opportunity to be a part of a progressive industry leader committed to expanding our product offering, building our capabilities, and growing our business. If you are a hands-on self-starter with an entrepreneurial sense of ownership, then we want to hear from you! Please visit our website at www.barentz-na.com to learn more about us. If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your resume and cover letter to careers@barentz.ca, Attn: AP Specialist
We thank all applicants, however only those under consideration will be contacted.