<p>The <strong>Accounts Payable Administrative Support </strong>role is a foundational opportunity within our Finance team. You'll support the accurate and timely processing of inbound invoices and correspondence while collaborating and sharing best practices with the overall finance team. </p> <p>We’re looking for a proactive individual who takes ownership of their work, has strong communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You will <strong>be curious </strong>about opportunities, listen actively and bring ideas for measurement and improvement of processes to the team. You will <strong>be real </strong>with giving and receiving feedback and support. </p> <p>This role is ideal for someone looking to launch or grow a career in finance, AP, or accounting. </p> <p>Lush thrives with people who can <strong>adapt and evolve </strong>to the needs of our business. You have a passion for bringing value, leading change and having an impact on the organizations you work with. You are ready to join a business dedicated not just to getting the job done but to the practices of fair-trade sourcing, supporting sustainable communities and giving back to grassroots organizations making a difference. </p> <p>Our Lush staff <strong>live with purpose</strong>, finding their personal connection with the values of our business, bringing their work and life paths into one holistic journey. #mylushlife </p> <p>Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, the Accounts Payable Administrative Support undertakes the following <strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage the AP centralized inbox: forward invoices to Readsoft, respond to general inquiries, and escalate as needed</li> <li>Capture and validate invoice header information in Medius Capture</li> <li>Reconciling vendor account statements</li> <li>Process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail</li> <li>Process, code, and allocate vendor invoices in a timely manner</li> <li>Support month-end accruals and related account reconciliations</li> <li>Filing, scanning and general housekeeping of documents</li> <li>Assist with preparing reports as required</li> </ul> <p>You bring the following <strong>QUALIFICATIONS: </strong></p> <p><strong>Required: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 1 year experience in finance, office administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience</li> <li>Experience using Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets)</li> <li>A proactive mindset; you're self-motivated and take initiative </li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume email correspondence and manage deadlines</li> <li>Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information</li> <li>Ability to work independently, while knowing when to ask for help</li> <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li> <li>Team player with a strong work ethic</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Post-secondary education in finance, accounting, or business administration</li> <li>Experience with office administration</li> <li>Experience with Microsoft Dynamics </li> <li>Minimum of 1 year of proven hands-on experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment or similar related field</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join Lush:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Launch your career in finance with mentorship and hands-on experience</li> <li>Be part of a values-driven company that supports environmental and social justice</li> <li>Opportunities for internal mobility — many former team members have moved into Sr. AP, Accounting, or FP&A roles</li> <li>Work with a collaborative, supportive team in a hybrid setting<br><br></li> </ul> <p><em>Thriving with a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our staff and committed to inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. </em></p> <p><em>We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.</em></p> <h6><em>#LI-IS1 #LI-Hybrid</em></h6> <hr> <p> </p> <p><strong>Job Type: </strong>Full-time, Regular role.</p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid Role. Open to candidates located in or around <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Toronto, Ontario only</span>.</p> <ul> <li>2-3 days in-office per week</li> <li>In-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Thursdays</li> <li><strong>Office Location: </strong>35 Jutland Road, Etobicoke, Ontario, M8Z 2G6</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Recruitment Process Overview:</span></h3> <p><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://i.imgur.com/wRV7Sxe.png" alt="" width="816"></p> <hr> <p><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://i.imgur.com/m7HsI1r.png" alt="" width="799"></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong><em>This salary range is based on an assessment of the local market and may vary depending on the successful candidate's lo