Company Overview
Avalon Dairy has a storied history of resilience and tradition in the dairy industry, maintaining its core values and iconic glass jugs through decades of challenges. We are committed to quality and community. If you are fluent in Mandarin and English and would love a new opportunity, please apply now!

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable& Payroll Clerk to join our team. The position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee payroll, and related financial records. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies, and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

- Process high volume vendor invoices, expense reports, and credit card statements with accuracy and timeliness
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents
- Investigate and resolve pricing, quantity, and receipt discrepancies in coordination with Purchasing and Operations
- Respond to vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Prepare and process weekly or bi-weekly payment runs (EFTs, wire transfers)
- Maintain vendor master files and ensure proper documentation
- Reconcile accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger
- Assist with month-end close and audit requests related to AP

Payroll

- Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees
- Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits
- Maintain employee payroll records and update changes (new hires, terminations, pay adjustments)




- Prepare and remit payroll taxes, statutory deductions, and benefits contributions
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a confidential and professional manner
- Assist with year-end payroll reporting (T4s, ROEs, etc., if applicable)

General Accounting & Administration

- Maintain organized and accurate financial records
- Support internal controls and compliance with company policies
- Assist with ad hoc accounting projects as needed
- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy
- Ability to reconcile accounts and analyze financial data.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

- Fluent in spoken and written Mandarin and English mandatory
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in accounts payable and payroll in a Canadian setting
- Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and statutory remittances
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll systems
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

Preferred

- Experience with Sage ERP or other ERP systems and payroll systems

Core Competencies

- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Language:

- Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounts Payable Payroll Clerk (Canada)
🏢 Avalon Dairy
📍 Canada