Finance Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Finance Associate is responsible for a variety of administrative and financial support duties. This role is primarily based at reception and serves as the first point of contact for visitors and incoming inquiries. In addition to front-facing responsibilities, the role supports departmental objectives through vendor chargebacks, financial documentation, and general finance administration.

Responsibilities:

• Performing reception duties, including greeting and assisting visitors and managing incoming inquiries

• Processing customer credits and billing requests end-to-end (including accurate calculations, coding, and chargebacks)

• Completing vendor chargebacks and preparing all required supporting documentation

• Preparing and maintaining monthly vendor reports (e.g., contract pricing deductions)

• Scanning and filing financial documentation into OpenText (document retention system)

• Managing customer cheque deposits, including reviewing payments for accuracy and completeness

• Preparing and distributing documentation to support local customer rebate payments

• Attending meetings as required

• Communicating effectively with stakeholders regarding deficiencies or irregularities in standard processes

• Managing a portfolio of finance administrative tasks, as assigned by the Finance Manager, which may include primary or backup responsibilities in areas such as pricing, reception, accounts receivable, cash handling, or document imaging

• Assisting with customer pick-ups, including lifting and sorting products (up to 50 lbs)

Health, Safety, and Compliance:

• Complying with company Food Safety policies and procedures to ensure food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements are met

• Working safely with minimal environmental impact and promptly reporting hazards, incidents, or environmental concerns to a supervisor

• Taking an active role in personal and team safety by identifying and speaking up about workplace hazards

• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, customer service, or office environment

• High school diploma or GED required

• Basic math and reading comprehension skills

• Proficiency with PC applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, data entry/keyboarding)

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.