Accounts Payable Specialist

Toronto, ON HYBRID

Li-Cycle is solving the global end-of-life lithium battery problem to help power our electric future. Our goal is to recover critical materials from lithium-ion batteries and introduce them back into the supply chain as a sustainable and circular product. We work every day to make this vision a reality. Our team is growing, and we are looking for passionate, creative people, who want to join us as we build a better tomorrow. If you are looking for a purpose-driven company where curiosity and innovation are valued, Li-Cycle is the place for you!

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role on a dynamic and committed team, where each individual’s contribution has a direct impact on the success of the company. Reporting to Senior Manager, Account payable, and based in our corporate headquarters in Toronto, ON, the Accounts Payable Specialist will have following ongoing general responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and own all aspects of Accounts Payable including the following:
  • Complete full cycle accounts payable processing, including: receiving and verifying invoices against contracts and purchase orders, obtaining authorization, matching, coding & posting vendor invoices and processing payments
  • Record credit card transactions and reconcile it with a monthly statement
  • Record expense reports and request payment
  • Reconcile vendor statements and follow-up on past due payables for approval / resolving issues
  • Prepare purchase order for corporate department
  • Correspond with vendors for invoice discrepancies. Have invoices revised or receive credits; respond to other inquiries
• Month-end closing responsibilities:
  • Undertake projects in the Finance Department as assigned, and participate fully in year-end audit activities
• Other related duties:
  • Undertake projects in the Finance Department as assigned, and participate fully in year-end audit activities

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with 2 - 5 years of AP experience
• Must have NetSuite experience within the Accounts Payables module of the software
• Intermediate Excel skills required, proficient in the other Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records and following company guidelines and procedures
• Adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment, being able to meet deadlines consistently

Core Competencies:

• High-level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Proactive self-starter with an 'owner's mindset'; requires minimal direct supervision
• Consistently delivers quality work on time, with a strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical, negotiation and creative problem-solving skills
• High degree of time management
• Exceptional oral communication, writing and editing skills
• Maintains strict confidentiality and discretion with respect sensitive information

For more information, you can visit our website https://li-cycle.com or view Li-Cycle's corporate video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnUgCt0JshU.

Li-Cycle is an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. Individuals seeking employment at Li-Cycle are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, diverse-ability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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