Accounts Payable Processor

Royal Bank of Canada • Dartmouth, NS

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Team Lead, Vendor Master, this role is responsible for the accurate, timely, and complete processing of vendor creations/updates and accounts payable related transactions. The position identifies and escalates issues for problem resolution and, with a continuous improvement mindset, looks for opportunities for process improvement or fixing gaps/service issues within accounts payable functions.

Requirements

• Some knowledge in accounts payable preferred.
• Some knowledge of all Regulatory and Compliance rules as follows: Internal Audit reviews, SOX, Enterprise GL Attestation policy, APG, EUC.
• University or college degree in business, accounting, finance preferred.
• Financial sector environment preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite of applications, intermediate excel.

Nice To Haves

• Some change management knowledge and good change adaptability skills.
• Exposure to LSS (Lean Six Sigma) or process improvement preferred.
• Ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Good communication, Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize activities to ensure objectives are met.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced, dynamic and shared services environment requiring individuals who can respond positively to change management, are adaptable, effectively manage issues/risks and operate efficiently within a given framework of deadlines/timetables, prioritizing activities, adjusting normal schedules so that objectives are met.
• Ensure all accounts payable/vendor related transactions contain valid information for input, identify and follow escalation protocol for those that don’t.
• Follow policy and internal procedures/processes.
• Assist Account Payable analysts and Senior Team Leader in identifying & streamlining efficiencies.
• Participate in the identification and resolution of issues and concerns helping to identify root cause of issues and proposing ideas to resolve.
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset by proactively identifying, recommending and helping implement solutions.
• Exercise due diligence in following AP policy, procedures, standards and guidelines, provide input on documentation as it relates to SOPs.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree