Analyst Accounts Payable

Job title: Analyst Accounts Payable

Company: Canadian Pacific Railway

Job description: Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:As an Accounts Payable Analyst, you will contribute meaningfully to our finance team by driving accuracy and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse team where your contributions will have a significant impact on our success and growth.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist with Accounts Payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Perform detailed reviews and reconciliations of accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide support and assistance in addressing vendor inquiries, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to their questions and concerns.
• Identify, analyze, and implement improvements in execution to improve the efficiency and accuracy of accounts payable operations.
• Apply data-driven approaches and methodologies to streamline accounts payable processes and reduce costs.
• Conduct process reviews and implement changes to ensure continuous improvement and compliance, including for optimizing accounts payable tools and software to enhance data accuracy and accessibility.
• Build and maintain robust accounts payable reporting systems to track critical metrics.
• Analyze large datasets to identify accounts payable trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Present analytical findings and actionable recommendations to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by providing accurate accounts payable data and analysis.
• Ensure adherence to SOX and Internal Controls.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience of minimum 3 years in accounting.
• High level of precision and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial documentation and reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, managing multiple priorities efficiently, using strong problem-solving and leadership abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, allowing for clear and concise reporting to collaborators at all levels of the organization, as well as collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in project management, change management, or continuous improvement is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications. Experience with SAP, SAP Analytics Cloud, and data visualization tools is considered an asset.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.Background Investigation:The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 103772
• Department: Information Services
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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Expected salary:

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sat, 16 Nov 2024 01:09:55 GMT

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