Yami

AP & Accounting Specialist

Yami  •  $50k/yr  •  Toronto, CA (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description


Position Summary


We are seeking a detail-oriented AP & Accounting
Specialist to manage the end-to-end accounts payable process and support
general ledger operations for our Canada business. This role is responsible for
ensuring payment accuracy through 3-way matching and managing daily cash
activities , while also handling month-end close, account reconciliations, and
financial reporting.


Benefits & Compensation:


  • Extended Health, Dental & Vision Benefits


  • Paid Vacation, Statutory Holidays, and Sick Leave


  • Employee discount


  • Coffee and snacks


  • $50k-70K CAN


Key Responsibilities


1. Accounts Payable & Payment Accuracy


  • 3-Way
    Matching: Review PO, invoice, and receipt results to ensure accuracy and
    completeness before processing.

  • Payment
    Validation: Validate vendor, seller, and operational payments prior to
    execution.

  • Discrepancy
    Resolution: Identify billing or payment issues and work with relevant
    teams and stakeholders to resolve them.

  • Vendor
    Relations: Maintain strong relationships with vendors and follow up on
    Credit Memos.


2. General Ledger & Month-End Close


  • Accounting
    Operations: Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and maintain the
    integrity of financial data.

  • Close
    Process: Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

  • Financial
    Reporting: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and
    supporting schedules to ensure timely financial statements.

  • Compliance:
    Ensure all accounting activities comply with internal policies and
    accounting standards.


3. Cash Management & Treasury


  • Cash
    Monitoring: Manage daily cash activities and monitor bank balances.

  • Forecasting:
    Prepare and maintain short-term cash forecasts to ensure sufficient
    liquidity.

  • Reporting:
    Support treasury-related reporting as needed.


4. Process Improvement & Internal Control


  • Internal
    Controls: Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails to ensure
    strong internal controls over financial reporting.

  • Efficiency:
    Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and support system
    automation or ERP enhancements.

  • Audit
    Support: Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements.


Qualifications


  • Education:
    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Experience:
    3–6 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.

  • Technical
    Skills:
    Strong experience with
    3-way matching and high-volume transactions.

    • Solid
      understanding of GL accounting and month-end close procedures.

    • Experience
      with ERP systems is highly preferred.

  • Certifications:
    CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.

  • Competencies:
    Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to work
    cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

  • Bilingual
    and excellent communication in Chinese Mandarin and English
    Compensation Transparency: Final salary offers are determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s specialized experience, skill set, and existing professional network in the local market.
    Accessibility & Inclusion: Yami is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. In accordance with the

    Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

    and the

    Ontario Human Rights Code

    , Yami will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process. If selected to participate, please inform our team of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

    AI Disclosure & Transparency: All final hiring decisions, interviews, and candidate evaluations are conducted by our human recruitment team. We ensure that our use of technology supports, rather than replaces, fair and equitable human judgment.

    Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Yami does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position.
    Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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About Yami

Founded in 2013, Yami’s mission is to bring the world closer for everyone to experience and enjoy. We make it easy to discover exciting flavors and trending products from across the pacific. Named Inc. Magazine’s fastest growing start-up on the ”Inc. 500 List.”, we’re committed to connecting people with authentic food, beauty, home, and wellness experiences through our e-commerce platform, iOS, and Android apps.

Join us to unbox the best of Asia. Learn more at Yami.com

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Greater Los Angeles, California
Year Founded
2013
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