ANBL
Accounts Payable Analyst
2 permanent positions and 1 term position (12-18 months)
Essential role information
Title: Accounts Payable Analyst
Language requirement: Spoken and written competency in English is required. Spoken and written competency in both French and English is required only for one permanent role.
Location: Remote or hybrid in New Brunswick
Closing: This posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Interviews will take place as applications come in
Who we are
As one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2025 and 2026, ANBL is proud of the people-first culture we’ve built together with our team members. Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is a provincial Crown corporation responsible for the purchase, importation, distribution, and retail activity for all beverage alcohol in the province.
Our sister company, Cannabis NB (CNB), manages retail cannabis sales for the province, providing safe and legal products while focusing on education, safety and responsible access.
Together, ANBL & CNB return 100% of profits to the Government of New Brunswick to benefit all New Brunswickers while responsibly serving customer and communities across the province.
Corporate Social Responsibility at ANBL
At ANBL, we take our social responsibility seriously. With our Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy to guide us, we are committed to:
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Responsible selling through our CHECK 30 program, which specifies that customers who look younger than 30 will be asked for valid photo identification.
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Food security through our partnership with Feed Nourrir NB to help get more food to the New Brunswickers who need it.
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Helping New Brunswickers get home safely through our Safe Ride program, providing FREE transportation at ANBL-sponsored events.
None of these efforts would be possible without the more than 800 team members who are the lifeblood of our organization and choose ANBL as their employer.
What's in it for you?
Being part of the team at ANBL means working in an organization that values its people and encourages every employee to have a voice. Our team takes pride in contributing to the communities and province we serve.
At ANBL, we also support both personal and professional growth through internal and external development opportunities, including our Leadership Development Program.
About the Accounts Payable Analyst role
At Alcool NB Liquor, we look for people whose values align with ours! Integrity, Caring, Trust, Community and Celebration. We value team members who collaborate well, make thoughtful decisions, support others, and take pride in delivering great experiences while celebrating success together.
The Accounts Payable Analyst role encompasses comprehensive subject matter expertise for accounts payable, including a thorough understanding of all transactions, associated business processes, charts of accounts, and end-to-end flow of journal entries throughout the entire process cycle. This position operates within a complex multi-stream accounts payable environment that includes product payables, EDI transactions, CNB related payables, and non-product and service-related expenses. This role is also responsible for vendor reconciliations, and for providing timely business and customer support in all areas of accountability. The role requires a proactive approach to problem solving, frequent coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders, and the ability to work effectively across different systems and currencies.
Additional Responsibilities
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Financial Accounting – Ensure applicable financial transactions are complete, reliable, and compliant with internal policies and other applicable legislation; maintain a solid understanding of the charts of accounts and appropriate expense coding.
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Reporting – Prepare internal and external reports and requests for information, as required, supporting Finance and leadership with timely and accurate payable-related data.
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Accounts Payable (SME) – Maintain completeness and accuracy of accounts payable including invoice and payment processing, foreign currency payments, and appropriate application of commodity tax. Resolve discrepancies in a timely manner through communication with vendors, procurement, and finance partners.
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Vendor Reconciliations – Perform regular vendor reconciliations and investigate/ rectify discrepancies, including complex supplier accounts, multi-currency transactions, and high-volume EDI invoices.
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Process Documentation – Regularly review and update all assigned standards, processes, and procedural documentation to ensure they are accurate and complete; identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
What do you need to be successful?
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College diploma in accounting, or equivalent
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2-4 years of experience in accounts payable or financial operations; preferably within a multi-stream or high-volume environment
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Effective time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail
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Strong reconciliation and analytical skills, including experience working with rules of supply and multi-currency transactions
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Customer service focus with the ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal departments
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Confidentiality and discretion required
Would be an asset if you had:
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Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft Dynamics 365
Key Competencies
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Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
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Verbal Communication: Works with full competence to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications.
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Action Planning: Works at an intermediate level to review and evaluate recommendations and requirements and to develop appropriate plans or deliver actions required.
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Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
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Financial Acumen: Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
Language competencies
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Bilingualism in both official languages is required for 1 position
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Bilingualism an asset for the 2 remaining positions
Work location:
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The Retail Operations Centre is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
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The successful candidate must be based in New Brunswick; remote work is possible.
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Semi-regular travel for meetings and project work may be required.
Compensation information:
Benefits information:
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Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental coverage and a generous pension plan.
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Access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy
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Opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements, such as remote or hybrid work.
Note
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Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered
Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We foster an inclusive and accessible workplace, and accommodations may be provided upon request, in all aspects of the selection process.
