Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: 8800 Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby, British Columbia

Career Level: Corporate 1 (C1) and Corporate 2 (C2)

Working Mode: Hybrid (4 days per week in office)

Who are we?

Svante is a rapidly growing clean energy technology company making commercial-scale carbon capture and removal a reality and enabling global industries to play offense in the fight against climate change that will accelerate the global transition to a lower-carbon economy.

The growing success of our company is owed to our commitment to our people, our emphasis on our values, and our innovative technology. Passion is put into what we do every day.

Purpose of the Role:

As an Accounts Payable Associate, you will support the Manager, Accounting Operations in managing day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices and other payables are accurately recorded and processed within established deadlines. You will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely vendor payments, and fostering positive vendor relationships.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure smooth and efficient payment processes, maintain accurate documentation, and support the overall effectiveness of the accounting operations function.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• You have prior accounts payable experience in a related industry.
• You are proficient in MS Office Suite.
• You have excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You have strong organizational and planning skills.

Bonus Skills and Qualifications:

• You have proficiency in Business Central D365BC; this is considered an asset but is not required.
• You are a multitasker with an upbeat attitude.

What Success Looks Like in This Role:

• You will match all invoices to supporting documentation and obtain necessary approvals.
• You will process invoices against purchase orders, review them for accuracy, and ensure coding is in accordance with company policies, etc.
• You will review invoices for sales tax compliance.
• You will enter invoices into accounting software, Microsoft D365BC.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Pay Equity Statement

Svante believes in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and so we include a salary range within the job posting. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The actual salary offered to the final candidate is based on the salary range shown, and will vary depending on the candidate’s relative experience, qualifications, and anticipated level of performance. We assess all candidates individually and strive to offer competitive and equitable compensation packages.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that recognize employees for their performance and contributions. In addition to Base Pay, Svante provides comprehensive benefits to employees such as Restricted Share Units, Extended Health and Dental Plan, Retirement Saving Plan, free access to a Fitness Centre and more!