Clerk, Accounts Payable

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Job Description: The Finance Clerk will be responsible for supporting the accounting team with month end financial closing duties, as well as all budgeting, forecasting, and costing activities for the facility. He/she will compile and submit monthly market reports according to Market Administrator protocol and ensure proper milk accruals as well as perform duties using common accounting practices. Support and analyze drivers of performance of P&L Prepare month end close accruals, journal entries, P&L reconciliations for Finance Administration Manager Diagnose weekly/monthly material yield and loss Assist the Plant leadership team with assessing functional performance and areas of opportunity for further cost reduction to achieve Plant KPI’s Assist data-driven, fact based information to support decisions enabling productivity measures to reduce overall cost Track Capital expenditures for plant Submit Milk Market Administrator reports Milk accruals Analyze actual costs versus standard costs and prepare reports of variances. Back up Accounts Payable Clerk Communicate directly with vendors on discrepancies and resolutions Work with internal personnel to ensure process flow is followed Assist with month end close related duties including; accruals, account reconciliation etc. Support Finance Manager with weekly duties Ensure records are maintained and organized Settle all incoming bulk liquid receipts with vendors Prepare monthly advance and final milk payments Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and other special projects Support internal/external audits Support record-retention administration and guidelines Comply with the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Values Perform other duties as assigned Job Requirements: 2 Year Accounting or Finance degree preferred or 5 years general accounting experience Knowledge of accounts payable and/or general accounting procedures ERP, SAP experience preferred. Strong highly motivated team player with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, strong MS Excel skills Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills Ability to communicate effectively Extreme attention to details, well organized with excellent skills in managing time and multi-tasking Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast paced environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness Physical Demands and Working Environment: The employee may be exposed to wet, hot, humid and cold temperatures, moving machinery including forklift traffic, and noise levels exceeding 85dB. The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently on an intermittent basis. The employee is regularly required to work in an office, but will spend time in warehouse and production environments. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Salary $45,000 In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre , Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help. Accessibility Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. EEO Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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