Accounts Payable Assistant

OVERVIEW: 

Reporting to the Manager, Accounting Services, this role offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to work in a general Accounts Payable function while also learning and assisting in the fuel payable process.

As a member of the Accounts Payable team, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing accounts payable for MacEwen Petroleum Inc. and its subsidiaries.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for accounts payable, or also someone newer to the field and looking to learn!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process invoices: sort, obtain approval for payment, match, code and allocate payment accordingly.


• Research discrepancies or missing documentation to ensure invoices are paid in a timely manner.


• Enter and upload invoices and expenses into accounting software.


• Establish new vendors in the accounting software.


• Process and distribute the monthly vendor statements.


• Respond to vendor inquiries.


• Assist in the month-end process.


• Process cheque runs on a weekly basis.


• Reconciliation of complex vendor statements.


• Any other duties as may reasonably be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: 

• 2+ years' experience in an accounts payable is ideal.


• A post-secondary education, preferably in Commerce, Business Administration, or Accounting is an asset.


• Working knowledge of a range of accounting systems and ability to demonstrate competency in their usage.


• Ability to demonstrate excellence in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  

• Strong attention to detail.


• Provide team support and willing to assist and provide back-up for colleagues, when required.


• Exceptional organizational skills.


• Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities successfully, while meeting deadlines.


• Ability to deal efficiently and accurately with a large volume of payables.


• Ability to demonstrate initiative and sound business judgement.


• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

WHY JOIN THE MACEWEN TEAM?

• The salary range for this role is between $50,000-$55,000 per year. Salaries are based on years of relevant experience and education.


• Learn and collaborate with the best in the industry.


• Supportive colleagues and leaders who are passionate about providing exceptional service.


• Competitive compensation package.


• Long-term incentive program.  


• 3 weeks vacation to start.


• Complete benefits program including health, medical, dental, and life insurance.


• RRSP plan with Company match from day one.


• “The perks” include employee gym membership reimbursement, discounts on motor fuels at our service stations, and purchases of equipment and heating oil.

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OUR CORE VALUES:

It is important to us that when you consider a new opportunity, you understand a little about the company, its history, and its values. It is important to us that our values fit with yours, then everyone wins. Our Core Values are the cornerstone of who we are as a company, and what we value. We hope that our Core Values speak to you and what you value.

• Customers First - We exist, first and foremost to serve our customers. They must be at the heart of all the decisions we make.


• Long-Term Focused - We value long-term success over short-term gains.


• Respect Each Other - Each person with whom we work, communicate, and do business is valued and treated with dignity and respect.


• Do The Right Thing - We stand by our word and do what's right.


• Own It - We are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and make decisions as if the business were our own.


• Ever Evolving - We embrace positive change and always seek to improve.

MacEwen is a Canadian-owned and operated fuel and convenience provider that has successfully built and sustained customer relationships in Ontario and Quebec for nearly 50 years.

MacEwen is recognized as one of Canada's leading independent petroleum and convenience store companies with over 125 retail locations, 17 Divisional Offices, and two distribution centers with identified brands such as Quickie, Jutzi, MacEwen and Esso.

The Company's continuing success is based on each one of our 300+ employees living our core values. First and foremost is our commitment to taking care of our customers.

Before an offer of employment is extended, a minimum of two business references will be required and candidates must complete pre-employment testing which comprises a criminal record check.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

This posting is for a vacant position.