Job Title: Accounts Payable Associate, Inventory

Location: Aurora – Head Office

Department: Accounts Payable

Screening: No AI used in the screening of candidates

Role: Existing Position

Date: September 11, 2026

WORKING AT BROWNE

OUR PRODUCTS

Browne designs, manufactures, and distributes kitchenware products for professional, commercial and at-home use. As one of the founders in the kitchenware industry in Canada, Browne has built a reputation as a results-oriented, value-added partner in the consumer and foodservice industries. For over 75 years, we have been committed to innovation in design, quality, and value, and to serving our many markets.

OUR BUSINESS

We are a diverse group of professionals with a wide range of expertise, united by the same purpose: to create creative, high-quality kitchen products that enhance cooking and dining experiences, whether at home or in commercial establishments. We support dealers, retailers, distributors, restaurants and other businesses across North America and internationally. Our head office and Canadian warehouse are in Aurora, Ontario. Our products and services define us.

OUR TEAM

Our team of approximately 70 employees in Canada and the US are at the heart of our business. We have in-house employee teams in product design, marketing, operations, sales, supply chain, customer service, finance, information technology, human resources, warehouse operations, and logistics. Come and join our team!

JOB SUMMARY

This role processes and manages outgoing payments, ensuring timely, accurate invoice payments and correct coding in the GL system. This role requires precise attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to produce accurate work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, applying a basic understanding of accounting functions to support financial operations.

This is an in-office role 5 days/week with standard working hours and requires limited flexibility during peak months or year-end closing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Invoice Processing

· Review, verify,



and process vendor invoices ensuring accuracy and approvals.

· Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to confirm legitimacy.

· Exercise sound judgement to accurately select appropriate GL codes for expense allocation using reference materials.

· Apply accrual accounting principles to record expenses in the correct period.

Payment Processing

· Prepare and process biweekly ACH, wire and cheque payments.

· Schedule and ensure timely payment of all invoices to avoid late fees and penalties.

Vendor Management

· Communicate professionally with vendors for payment inquiries and discrepancies.

· Set up and maintain vendor accounts in the ERP system

· Set up and manage vendor templates in banking systems to streamline payment processing and ensure accuracy.

· Prepare and generate vendor remittance summaries.

Expense Reporting

· Process employee expense reports per policy and inquire when variations are seen.

· Reconcile corporate credit card transactions – verify against receipts and approvals.

· Reporting:

· Prepare monthly invoices for intercompany transactions

· Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

Other Duties

· Support the year-end audit by providing requested documentation, such as supplier invoices and cash disbursement records.

· Assist in special projects and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

· Post-secondary or college-level education in accounting, business administration. or related.

· 5+ years of experience in the full accounts payable cycle, preferably working for companies that purchase products and goods for inventory processing





· Experience with ERP accounting software (Microsoft Business Central or alternative)

· Strong attention to detail/accuracy with a proactive approach to reviewing own work

· Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

· Maintains a positive attitude with a solid commitment to continuous learning and ongoing process improvement and automation.

· Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

· Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Opportunity to develop your accounting expertise within a collaborative environment that values precision and efficiency. If you're eager to contribute your skills in a vibrant team dedicated to operational excellence, we invite you to apply!

Process

Browne encourages interested and qualified candidates to apply with salary expectations and a resume. For more information about Browne Group Inc., please visit: www.browneco.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those who most closely meet the qualifications and experience for this role. No solicitation from agencies, please.

Browne is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you are requesting an accommodation in the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).

Pay: $62,000.00-$63,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aurora, ON L4G 3X8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- From where and how long would your commute to our office be?
- Are you comfortable with a 5-day-a-week in-office position?
- What is your salary expectation?

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounts Payable Associate, Inventory (Aurora)
🏢 Browne Group
📍 Aurora