Accounts Payable Associate

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, the Accounts Payable Associate must thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and detail. The selected candidate should be experienced in accounting and systems concepts, be an analytical thinker, highly motivated, and posses excellent communication skills.

• Responding to Accounts Payable inquiries (internal & external)

• Invoice analysis and processing (manual & purchase order type)

• Communication with internal personnel on invoice/credit issues

• Preparation and analysis of vendor account reconciliations

• Month end duties: Review & analyze & resolve aged, held and unprocessed items
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

• Post Secondary Diploma/Degree with a focus on Business or Accounting or minimum of 2 years experience in a related field.

• Knowledge of computer systems; Dynamics 365 and Exflow would be considered an asset

• Self-starter with multi-tasking abilities

• Detail-oriented

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work in fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated systems aptitude
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.