Wenco International Mining Systems (www.wencomine.com), a subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM), provides industry leading, innovative technologies to customers in the mining and material movement sectors, enabling sustainable and safe operations.
Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accountant I supports global accounting operations with a focus on global accounts payable. This role supports the finance team in various accounting activities across global operations, ensuring accurate financial processing and compliance with company policies, manages internal/external inquiries, while assisting other accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and code vendor invoices for all our global branches, ensuring accurate account allocation, adherence to internal controls, proper approvals, policy compliance, and correct ERP postings.
- Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and shipping documents to validate accuracy; follow up on discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
- Coordinate and execute global bi-weekly payment runs across multiple bank accounts, processing domestic and international payments via EFT, ACH, wire transfers, and recurring bill payments in multiple currencies, including USD, CAD, ZAR, CLP (Peso), JPY, and others.
- Reconcile vendor statements and the accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger.
- Monitor inbox and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner to maintain current and accurate account balances.
- Review and approve employee expense reports in Concur, ensuring all claims are supported with appropriate documentation and comply with company policies.
- Administer global corporate credit cards, including card applications and cancellations, updating the master record, monitoring available balances, and providing recommendations as needed.
- Maintain and update vendor master data, including creation and modifications of vendor profiles.
- Assist with month-end close processes, including the preparation of prepaid, deposit and accrued liabilities schedules, and support financial reporting processes.
- Maintain and update foreign exchange rates in the ERP to ensure accurate transaction processing.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and responding to auditor inquiries in a timely manner.
- Perform other ad hoc duties and support finance team initiatives as needed.
Experience and Knowledge
- Post-secondary education with an accounting concentration, diploma in accounting, or equivalent work experience.
- Opportunities for CPA tuition assistance may be available for qualifying candidates.
- 1+ years of accounting experience, including at least 1 year of full-cycle Accounts Payable; experience in a multinational or mining company is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an asset.
Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to create, modify, and interpret spreadsheets using functions such as formulas, sorting, and filtering.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Dependable and consistent in delivering high-quality work.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Takes initiative to identify and resolve issues and actively contributes ideas for process improvements.
- Team-oriented mindset, respectful, cooperative, and focused on achieving shared goals.
- Results-driven with a proactive approach to problem-solving and accountability.
- Positive and professional attitude leads by example and demonstrates ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
Base salary of $55,000 - $63,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Wenco advances the efficiency and safety of the world’s surface mining equipment through our fleet management systems. We are committed to providing a stable yet exciting work place environment for individual employees to build and grow their career with the Company.
Wenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
The information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. It is not intended as an employment contract. Job descriptions are subject to change, which may not necessarily affect compensation.
___
As our team experiences high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To be considered, please ensure a resume is attached.
