Accounting Payable Associate

1960 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1L 4R1, Canada Req #653

Friday, February 17, 2023

Cosmetica is recognized for innovation, excellence, and commercialization with award-winning products. From concept to creation, we offer an unparalleled array of services that will inspire, create and deliver every step of the way. We value and recognize talent and want you to help us create beauty in the world!

At Cosmetica, we implement the highest standards of quality across every stage of production. We maintain a robust set of quality assurance certifications, including ISO certification and licenses with the FDA and Health Canada. Join Cosmetica and help us shape the future of quality in the industry!

What are we looking for:

Reporting to the Manager Compliance & Financial Reporting, the Accounting Associate is responsible for processing all invoices in a timely manner as well as ensuring that all invoices are properly approved and accurately recorded to the appropriate GL accounts.

What will you be doing:

• Processing of all Inventory and non-inventory invoices, including matching backup and filing backup documentation.
• Verifying that transactions are in alignment with company procedures.
• Coding of Invoices – ensuring appropriate GL codes are used.
• Reviewing of PO accrual account – investigating and clearing old items, clearing zero value customer owned receivers.
• Analyzing vendor prepayments at month end and reallocating to prepaid.
• Weekly cheque run/wire transfer processing for Canadian and US vendors - ensuring that only authorized purchases for goods/services received are paid and on-time.
• Reconciling aged payables at month end to GL.
• Analyzing all accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure payment accuracy.
• Working collaboratively with various departments to perform accounting audits.
• Assisting with audit support as necessary.

What makes you a "glittering" candidate:

• Postsecondary education, preferably in Business or Accounting and/or equivalent working experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within Accounts Payable function.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficient in MS Office – Excel and Word.
• Team-oriented and self-directed.
• Committed to quality, safety, and communication.
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability & willingness to learn.
• Preferably working towards an accounting designation (CPA) or completed (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA).

Physical Job Requirements:

• Flexible for Overtime.

What we Offer:

• Competitive pay, Group Benefits including Health Care, Dental & Vision.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Gym Membership at discounted price.

Cosmetica Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.