Job Description

It’s more than just a career; it’s a passion. While we love our vehicles, we recognize that it’s the people behind them who truly make them exceptional. We cherish our open and speak-up culture, embrace our commitment to social responsibility, celebrate diversity, innovate boldly, take pride in what we do, and thrive together as a team.

At Volkswagen Group Canada, Inc. we value initiative, creativity, teamwork, and high performance within a dynamic and engaging environment. Our shared goal across all departments and brands is to uphold superior standards and provide a consistent, outstanding brand experience.

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

A flexible, collaborative work culture

The chance to work with innovative Volkswagen and Audi vehicles

Bring your passion and ideas to a team that’s shaping the future of mobility. Apply today and drive your career forward with Volkswagen Group Canada, Inc.

The VGCA Accounting Shared Services Centre provides essential back-office accounting functions for General Ledger, Inventory, Accounts Receivable and Affiliates, Accounts Payable (AP), and Fixed Assets for multiple VW group companies including Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Factory Production, CARIAD, ADMT and Electric Vehicle infrastructure.

The AP Vendor Master Specialist ensures accurate creation of all vendors, maintenance of vendor changes, and overall integrity of the applicable vendor master files, in accordance with corporate procedures and policies. The AP Vendor Master Specialist is also responsible for all failed payment resolutions & fraud prevention by ensuring all documentation is valid and complete and does not have any risks associated with the vendor records or bank accounts for payment.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit of paperwork, creation of new non-PO vendors in applicable SAP system in accordance with internal controls and tax
requirements
• Audit of paperwork, creation of PO vendors in the Central Supply Management system as well as applicable SAP system in
accordance with internal controls and tax requirements
• Complete sanctioned screening checks for all new vendor profiles through a Software tool prior to creating in SAP
• Complete banking verifications through a secure tool or verbally through a trusted contact
• Complete vendor analysis form for all checks for fraud and completeness and package of all documentation for secondary review
• Responsible for the monitoring of the centralized vendor maintenance mailbox ensuring priority topics are completed in a timely
manner
• Processing of batch vendor submissions via SAP in SM35, LDAP & any employees for AR lease overpayments
• Creation of all Affiliate vendor profiles & extensions as required
• Attend and represent any vendor master related topics in meetings and discussions with Business, Purchasing and Vendors.
• Follow up with vendors for bank change requests to complete required paperwork to update bank accounts as per established
internal controls for all applicable companies
• Review all failed payments and contact vendors to obtain updated documentation and complete verifications
• Attend and represent any vendor master related topics in meetings and discussions with Business, Purchasing and Vendors.
• Support with audit samples for internal or external audits, and support with action items where required related to vendor master
topics
• Ensure all desk procedures and process documentation is prepared, tested and maintained
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement, thus always striving for automated, error free and efficiency
process
• Support and back up other AP functions as required
• Other related duties

Qualifications

Formal Education

College Diploma – Major in Accounting and/or related discipline

Experience

3+ years of accounting experience in professional office environment
Intermediate to advanced understanding of MS Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of SAP considered a strong asset
Previous Compliance, Audit and/or Fraud Prevention an asset

Competencies

Ability to identify risk through critical thinking
Ability to solve problems independently and define creative solutions to issues
Proficient in all Microsoft Office products with a minimum intermediate Excel & advanced Outlook skill set
Excellent customer service skills showcasing an ability to communicate clearly & professionally in person, over the phone or via email
Excellent attention to detail with an ability to challenge and question if information does not appear accurate
Excellent organizational & time management skills – ability to define tasks individually, multitask and process large volumes
Positive attitude & able to work effectively within a team environment
Focus on process optimization & improvement

Work Flexibility:

This position is Hybrid
Availability for occasional travel, as per business requirements

Salary range is dependent on factors such as industry-based experience, skills, training, credentials, and other qualifications. The salary range for this role is $60,000-63,000, actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and internal compensation practices.

This posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Full-time employees of Volkswagen Group Canada, Inc. enjoy these benefits:

Health Insurance Coverage: We offer comprehensive health, dental, and visioncare, including a flexible plan to ensure employees and their families have access to quality healthcare tailored to their needs.

Health Spending Account: Extra support for your wellness needs.

Compensation: We recognize individual contributions and share company success through our Merit Program, fostering a pay-for-performance culture.

Vehicle Leasing and Purchase Programs: Employees and eligible family members can lease vehicles annually at discounted rates, providing convenience and cost savings.

Work Environment: Our facility inspires creativity and productivity, fostering an empowering hybrid work environment (where applicable) allowing employees can perform at their best.

Volunteer Days: These days allow employees to support meaningful charities aligned with our values and social responsibility.

Company Designated Holidays: We recognize the importance of celebrating the holiday season with our team. Therefore, we reserve specific company holidays in December to ensure employees can enjoy the festivities.

Wellness Programs: We prioritize our employees’ holistic well-being through initiatives like discounted gym memberships and mental health resources to support physical, mental, and emotional health.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted. Volkswagen Group Canada uses AI tools integrated with our applicant tracking system to screen applications for validity and completeness.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local laws.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to accessibility and inclusive hiring under. We welcome and support applicants with disabilities through every stage of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation at any point—such as for an interview, assessment, or application—please notify your recruiter or email us in advance at VGCAHumanResources@vw.ca. We’ll work with you to arrange reasonable accommodation to meet your needs.