Junior Accountant/Accounts Payable

Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd•Sault Ste. Marie, ON

5h•CA$65,000 - CA$76,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is crucial for supporting the finance team by ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions and maintaining strong financial controls. Responsibilities include invoice verification, vendor account management, payment processing, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end accounting activities. The position offers exposure to various accounting functions, including payroll support, within a collaborative and fast-paced setting.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Accounting, or Bookkeeping
Prior experience working with accounts payable
Experience with SAP
Ability to communicate effectively
Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
Experience with working with Microsoft Office Products, including strong excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Responsible for all accounting work associated with processing accounts payables by reviewing and verifying that all invoices match to a purchase order and/or approval and packing slips (3-way matching)
Respond to inquiries from vendors and employees regarding payment status
Preparation of payment run via Visa, EFT, and Cheque
Matching of invoices to cheques and EFT remittance documents
Review of goods received not invoiced listing and investigation of outstanding items
Review of vendor statements and investigation of outstanding items
Filing of vendor invoices and payment support
Reconciliation of payable and accrual accounts monthly.
Complete invoicing of vendors for materials used in accordance with contractual agreements
Cross-train in all critical aspects of payroll in order to act as backup for Payroll Coordinator
Other duties as required.

Benefits

Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
Healthcare spending account
Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
RRSP matching
Training, development and education supports
Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
Mental Health Awareness Month
Family Day & Annual Holiday events
Local community partnerships