Accounts Payable Clerk

About Us

Taylor Steel Inc. is a privately owned Steel Service Centre that sells and processes high quality, value added flat rolled steel to customers throughout North America.  With facilities in both the United States and Canada, Taylor Steel operates out of six different plants with eighteen processing lines and a corporate throughput of over two million tons.  With over fifty years of success, our focus on people, quality, service and our continued commitment to innovative and leading edge technology has made Taylor Steel a leader in the North American flat rolled steel industry.

Job Description

We have an immediate requirement for an Accounts Payable Clerk within our Finance Department.

Responsibilities

As an Accounts Payble Clerk, the success applicant will:

  • Match supplier invoices to supporting documentation and authorization(s), promptly notify appropriate personnel of any discrepancies identified;
  • Ensure appropriate general ledger coding of all invoices to facilitate accurate accounting of expenditures for financial reporting and analysis;
  • Execute reconciliation of supplier statements and resolve discrepancies and issues as required;
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders through ongoing communication and timely resolution of inquiries and issues;
  • Ensure data and supporting documentation is organized, accurate, complete and readily accessible in accordance with data retention policies;
  • Assist with month-end accruals and reporting, financial analysis and the preparation of audit requirements;
  • Participate in the development and improvement of operational controls, procedures and efficiencies;
  • Provide workflow and backup support to other members of the department to ensure timely and accurate completion of all accounting functions.

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years’ experience in a computerized accounting environment;
  • Proficiency with technology (various accounting packages, Excel, and Word);
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects;
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Organized, strong attention to detail, and works well with little supervision.

We Offer

  • Competitive salaries plus a discretionary bonus plan based on combined company and personal performance.
  • Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums.
  • Competitive vacation allowances.
  • Employer matched Registered Pension Plan (from 5% up to an optional 7%).
  • Participation in our Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan after 2 years of full time company service.

Additional Information:

  • Job Location: Onsite, Hamilton, Ontario
  • Only Applicants under consideration will be contacted

Taylor Steel welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

If you are interested in this position please submit your application using our online career centre.