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Finance Supervisor

  • AB, Canada
  • Alberta, Canada, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
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Minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

This position is available in a hybrid capacity in the following location:

  • Edmonton
  • Calgary
  • Regina
  • Winnipeg

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise Finance Associates and local AP functions.
  • Provide guidance and support to finance associates to ensure that all expense invoices are coded correctly and processed promptly, adhering to company policies and procedures.
  • Supervise the preparation and processing of debit notes and credit notes and ensure their accuracy and proper documentation.
  • Oversee the preparation and processing of vendor debit and repayment transactions, maintaining accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Conduct research and follow-up activities to resolve aged vendor payable/invoice issues, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining positive vendor relationships.
  • Support and mentor finance associates, providing ongoing training, feedback, and performance evaluations to foster their professional development.
  • Work along side the Finance Manager, Commercial in supporting the customer prebate process and payouts, ensuring timely and accurate payments as per agreements
  • Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and ensure effective communication and coordination.
  • Complies with Sysco's Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
  • Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental impact and the value that brings to the organization.
  • Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.
  • Enable, champion and embrace an inclusive culture.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role.
  • Post-secondary Accounting Diploma or Degree preferred.
  • Proficient in using financial management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
More about this job

Responsibilities

Supervise finance associates and local accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices, notes, and vendor transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant. Resolve aged vendor payment issues, support customer prebate payments, develop team members, and collaborate across departments to improve processes while upholding safety, environmental, and inclusion standards.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of experience in finance or accounting; a post-secondary accounting diploma or degree is preferred. Candidates should be proficient with financial management software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and demonstrate strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Skills

  • Finance Supervision
  • Accounts Payable
  • Invoice Processing
  • Financial Analysis
  • Vendor Account Reconciliation
  • Debit and Credit Notes
  • Payment Processing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Management Software
  • Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Process Improvement
  • Environmental, Health, and Safety Compliance

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Categories

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Transportation
  • Logistics
  • Environmental & Sustainability

Keywords

  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Accounts Payable
  • Finance Associates
  • Expense Invoices
  • Invoice Coding
  • Debit Notes
  • Credit Notes
  • Vendor Payments
  • Vendor Repayments
  • Vendor Reconciliation
  • Customer Prebate
  • Financial Management Software
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Process Improvement
  • Food Safety
  • Environmental Health and Safety
  • Inclusion
  • Transportation
  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain

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