Account Payable Clerk

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry. Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate. Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the world’s largest solar modular producers. As a leading vertically integrated provider of ingots, wafers, solar cells, solar modules, solar power systems and specialized solar products, Canadian Solar delivers uncompromising value to its customers across the globe. Position Title: Accounts Payable Clerk Department: Accounting Reports To: Accounting Manager Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for Accounts Payable and general accounting duties, including full cycle AP accounting requirements of all products and services. Responsibilities: Match all source documents, Purchase Orders, purchase receipts, packing slips, invoices and data; Input information into the SAP Accounts Payable module Ensure invoices have appropriate approvals before processing Process any credit notes for goods returned Ensure invoices are correctly charged to inventory, expenses, or CIP/Capital Assets Prepare monthly reconciliations for major vendors Prepare monthly reconciliation for AP sub-ledger to the General Ledger Control Account Ensure integrity of the purchase order information to vendor invoices Prepare payment runs, gather appropriate approvals and process payments Communicate with vendors on invoice disputes and receiving and payments of outstanding accounts Support other departments with vendor issues, pricing, and AP documentation Analyse any exchange variances Maintain Accounting filing system and folders Assume responsibility for specific reports as required Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct Support ISO 9001 activities Adhere to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies Conduct other duties as required Qualifications and Experience: Post-Secondary education in Accounting or Finance required Work experience with Accounting and Operations preferred Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the executive team Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation skills Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently Advanced Excel skills, effective working skills of MS Word, PowerPoint and e-mail Attention to detail in all areas of work# Excellent time and project management skills Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts Strong work ethic and positive team attitude Note: The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at its own discretion. Canadian Solar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities by identifying, removing and preventing barriers to promote the rights of all persons and to create an inclusive and accessible working environment. Upon individual request, Canadian Solar will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.