Job Description

Scope of Position:

The purpose of the Accounts Payable Clerk is to ensure that all expenses for the business, including all plants, are processed and paid in a timely manner while maintaining and building strong relationships with assigned vendors. The majority of expenses processed are for freight and for the purchase of raw materials.Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

Accounts payable - 85%

• Process invoices and support with employee expense reimbursements for payment for the business as accounts payable is centralized in Toronto
• Receive invoices, match against supporting documents (purchase orders, receiving records, etc.), investigate and resolve any discrepancies, obtain appropriate approvals when needed and process for payment. 
• Communicate with and respond to vendors concerning payables issues (i.e. payment status; disputes; etc.).
• File processed invoices for further retention activities (scanning/archiving) Reconcile assigned vendor statements
• Monitor GRNI (goods received not invoiced) for assigned vendors, work with internal business partners to keep GRNI current.

• Setup daily dispatching process in preparation for following days deliveries
• Generate monthly expense accrual reports
• Process timesheets and manage payroll reporting and activities for site locations. This includes tracking of hours worked, overtime, vacation / sick time and Leave of absence/ FMLA for each employee. Assist payroll with inquiries and help resolve discrepancies
• Coordinate new hire training, prepare new hire packets, assist employees with benefit questions and paperwork, process I-9 verifications and update Ultipro system with employee status updates.
• Assist HR department with Open enrollment, HR programs and policies, and with the rollout of employee wellness programs and initiatives.
• Perform various administrative and clerical duties for assigned site locations and provide administrative support to plant manager and other department managers as needed

Special Projects / Ad hoc Reporting – 10%

• Participate in special projects / ad hoc reporting as assigned.

As needed – 5%

• Assist Purchasing personnel with files management
• Provide backup for vendor maintenance

Minimum Position Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma
• College courses in Accounting are preferred
• 2 years payables experience 
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and accounting software knowledge (SAP preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to multi-task and willing to learn new skills
• Team focused and highly detail oriented
• Ability to work effectively in a high growth environment and a rapidly changing organization
• Experience is SAP would be a definite asset

Reports to: Plant Manager

Salary: $43,440 - $54,300 annually

The US base salary range for this position is $43,440 - $54,300 annually bonus benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. More specific salary ranges for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, benefits, pension contributions and/or additional incentives.

CHEMTRADE is a publically traded (TSX: CHE.UN) chemical manufacturing and handling company headquartered in Toronto, Canada with 65 locations across North America and Brazil. Chemtrade provides industrial chemicals and services to our customers in three main business segments; Sulphur & Performance Chemicals, Water Solutions and Electrochemicals. Chemtrade is a reliable industry partner to the Oil & Gas, Pulp & Paper, Water Treatment, Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries and is committed to the codes and ethics of Responsible Care 14001.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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