Accounting Specialist

About Ya YA Foods: 

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to… 

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture 
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Sr. Finance Manager - Ogden

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts Payable function through regular communication with vendors and timely completion of vendor statement reconciliations.
• Provide administrative support to Accounts Payable, including preparation of tax exemption certificates and credit applications, and scanning/transmitting documents and checks to Headquarters (Toronto).
• Track and report monthly chemical and consumable usage, identifying unusual movements and cost drivers.
• Monitor and analyze Maintenance & Spares (M&S) spending trends and investigate variances.
• Coordinate with Site engineer to expedite PO & invoice processing for Capex.
• Provide analytical support for ad-hoc requests requiring data gathering, reconciliation, and root cause analysis.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Maintenance, Quality, HR) to validate data and improve cost visibility.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Any request from VP Financial Controller & CFO
• Support with year end Audits.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.

• Other duties as assigned.

Profile 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required
• 0–2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or data analysis (manufacturing exposure is a plus).
• Intermediatory in Microsoft Excel and prior experience with ERP systems, accounting software, financial systems is required
• CPA designation or in progress is an asset
• Prior accounting, costing, analysis, and financial reporting experience in a food manufacturing environment is an asset
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• Excellent time management, analytical, and organizational skills paired with strong conflict resolution and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills partnered with the ability to communicate effectively through proper understanding of the Organization’s goals and expectations of internal customers
• Ability to deliver results in a timely manner, without compromising on accuracy

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers. 

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.