Job Description

Imagine your future with us!At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.About the roleOn-site | Full-time | Mid LevelKey Responsibilities:

• Ensuring vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately and in a timely manner;
• Liaising with individuals and departments to ensure all vendor invoices, packing slips and statements are submitted to the A/P department in accordance with established procedures and deadlines;
• Reconciling vendor statements/prepayments and resolving discrepancies;
• Sorting and coding invoices and other related paperwork for payables entry;
• Entering payables into accounting system;
• Handling the creation of new employee cards;
• Preparing cheque runs as scheduled and manual cheques as required;
• Providing back-up, training and support to the Accounts Payable team;
• Assisting in documentation of A/P processes and systems;
• Suggesting improvements to A/P processes and systems;
• Investigating and resolving irregularities or enquiries;
• Monitoring the accounts payable e-mail inbox and responding to vendor and internal staff enquiries;
• Processing month end entries;
• Filing and scanning;
• Observing established safety regulations and complying with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

About you:

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;
• A high level of diligence and attention to detail;
• Computer literacy using Excel spreadsheets and Word;
• Knowledge of computerized accounting system;
• Strong ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines with multiple priorities;
• Flexible and the ability to assist in other areas of the Finance department;
• Ability to accurately follow instructions;
• A positive, team-player attitude with a strong work ethic;
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experience in a large, multi-currency, multi-branch environment preferred;
• Minimum 3 years of experience with ERP systems;
• Completion of financial accounting courses preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
• Ability to use and view a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day;
• Ability to communicate via telephone and e-mail without assistance;
• Manual dexterity to do repetitive tasks such as data entry.

Working at ALSOur people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.Our compensation include:

• An estimated hourly pay of $27.38 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs).
• Additional vacation days for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).

Please note: benefits vary based on employee status.About ALSALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.Everyone mattersALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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