ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

ABOUT US

Ram Iron & Metal Inc is a privately owned Canadian Company that has been actively involved in the recycling industry since 1983. We are dealers, processors, and brokers of all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. As a buyer and recycler of metals, we are proud of the continuing contributions we make towards the protection of our environment which is achieved through our waste reduction efforts.

Ram Iron & Metal is ISO certified for 9001, 14001 and 45001, These structured systems ensure that we consistently meet the expectations and requirements of our customers, suppliers, employees, governing legislations and communities.

Maintaining these credentials is key to our overall business as they reinforce our continual quality and safety mindset, while providing clarity on how best to avoid or resolve any challenges. Moreover, they drive our organization’s improvements, as well as our employee training and development.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Ram Iron & Metal is looking for a talented and driven Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Team. The Accounts Payable Clerk, under the direction of the Manager of Accounting, and with regular interaction with the Accountant and Management will primarily be responsible for the financial, administrative, and clerical support of the company. They will be accountable for making payments owed by the company to suppliers and other creditors and paying vendor invoices or bills.

JOIN US

At RAM, it’s all about our people. RAM's growth is based on our purpose and a vision focused on excellence. Our measures of success.

• Environmental protections of reducing our carbon footprint through positive metal recycling
• A culture of Safety, for everyone!
• Continuous improvement through our ISO initiatives and objectives under our quality management and environmental commitments.
• Personal and professional growth of each employee
• Customer satisfaction

Ram Iron & Metal Inc offers great career opportunities with competitive compensation, including Benefits, Group RRSP matching, Profit Sharing, Safety Incentives and Personal Paid Days, Personal Protective Equipment Allowance, and other incentives to attract, retain and support our talent.

OVERVIEW

The successful candidate must be able to apply accounting principles and handle work that is analytical, evaluative, and advisory in nature and that requires an understanding of both accounting theory and practice. The Accounts Payable Clerk is expected to have the ability to pay attention to detail, enter a high volume of data, and is generally in daily communication with employees and vendors.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITES

• Post business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records.
• Maintain meticulous records of outstanding payables, including daily and annual filing activities.
• Add and update vendor information, as required, following proper protocols and procedures.
• Ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial documents for payment, auditing, and tax purposes.
• Practice effective monitoring to ensure payments are made to vendors in a timely manner.
• Protect customers and other businesses against unintentional overpayment.
• Clarify any questionable invoice items, prices or receiving signatures.
• Assemble and review invoices to be completed for payment.
• Maintain copies of vouchers, invoices or correspondence necessary for files.
• Obtain proper information and/or data regarding invoice payments.
• Check vendor files for any previous payments and assign voucher numbers.
• Prepare vouchers listing invoice number, date, vendor address, item description, amounts and coding per accounting policies and procedures.
• Input daily bookkeeping and record keeping.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and ensure goods or services were received before issuing payment to vendors.
• Complete weekly and periodic AP reports and other records, as required.
• Provide other clerical support necessary when required (Greet customers, answer phones, other duties as required).
• Upkeep filling systems and maintain organized files.
• Other duties as required, not limited to responsibilities listing above.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 1 – 3 years experience in Accounts Payable
• Degree or diploma in a related field is an asset but not required.
• An understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting skills is required.
• A degree in the following subjects would be beneficial: Finance or Economics / Business Administration / Accounting

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Planning, Time Management & Organization
• Written & Verbal Communication
• Customer Centricity
• Professionalism

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The working environment is busy and fast paced, with regular and ongoing interactions with colleagues, management, and the public at large.  There may be frequent interruptions, and from time to time be noisy.  The employee must have knowledge of how to manage their own personal safety under these conditions.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to be able to lift up to and including 30lbs, sit and/or stand for extended periods of time and reach with arms/hands. Walking, walking up/down stairs, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving items is occasionally required.

DIVERSITY AND ACCOMODATION

RAM has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where Everyone has the tools to reach their full potential.  We value the insights and innovation that diverse teams bring to work. We work with our candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our team to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.