Finance Supervisor

Reports To

Finance Manager, Commercial

Location

Sysco Vancouver

Type

Salaried, Full-time

Closing Date

July 23, 2023

Company Overview

Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more.

With over 57,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion USD.

Sysco, one of Canada’s Best Employers 2023, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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.

Sysco is more than just a place to work. Our passion for food and our customers has made us the industry leader. To remain on top, we will continue to think bigger, work harder and never give up. Are you ready to drive success?

For more information, visit www.sysco.ca or follow us @SyscoCanada at facebook.com/SyscoCanada; twitter.com/SyscoCanada or instagram.com/SyscoCanada

For a full list of opportunities, visit www.sysco.ca/careers

Role:

The Finance Supervisor position will oversee and support a team of finance clerks in performing their day-to-day responsibilities. This role will involve providing guidance, resolving issues, and ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and processes. Expertise in finance, attention to detail, and strong leadership skills will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise Finance Associates and local AP functions.
• Provide guidance and support to finance clerks to ensure that all expense invoices are coded correctly and processed promptly, adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Supervise the preparation and processing of debit notes and credit notes and ensure their accuracy and proper documentation.
• Oversee the preparation and processing of vendor debit and repayment transactions, maintaining accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Conduct research and follow-up activities to resolve aged vendor payable/invoice issues, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining positive vendor relationships.
• Support and mentor finance clerks, providing ongoing training, feedback, and performance evaluations to foster their professional development.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
• Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental impact and the value that brings to the organization.
• Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.
• Enable, champion and embrace an inclusive culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements (About you):

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Post-secondary Accounting Diploma or Degree preferred.
• Proficient in using financial management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.

External candidates submit cover letter & resume via www.sysco.ca/careers

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

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

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 • Colleague Resource Groups

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