ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

About First Majestic Silver Corp.

First Majestic Silver Corp. is a Canadian-based mining company with silver and gold operations located in Mexico and the United States. We own 100% of the San Dimas Silver & Gold Mine, the Santa Elena Silver & Gold Mine, the La Encantada Silver Mine in Mexico, and the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine in the United States. We recently acquired Gatos Silver, which is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Majestic. First Majestic Silver is an innovative leader in the mining sector, and we also produce and sell our own bullion rounds and bars.
 
Guided by the highest standards of socially responsible mining, First Majestic is committed to working safely, ethically and with integrity within the communities that we operate in. We strive to manage our environmental impacts and contribute to local sustainable development. This commitment to social responsibility is integrated into our business strategy and recognized throughout the organization as essential to the long-term growth of our organization and the prosperity of the communities in which we do business.
 
We are looking for a professional and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist.
 
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of invoices, administration of payments, and management of vendor accounts and relationships. As an integral member of the Finance team, this role ensures that the financial obligations are met promptly and efficiently, contributing to the overall success of the organization. 

Key Responsibilities

•    Monitor the online invoice submission system to ensure invoices are approved by department managers in a timely manner.
•    Maintain vendor master list.
•    Complete the purchases, payables, and payments cycle accounting: bookkeeping of vendor invoices, credit card reconciliations.
•    Ensure that the invoices and payments include the proper authorization and account coding.
•    Process payments through various payment channels, including EFT/ACH, wires, cheques, and credit cards, while ensuring security and accuracy.
•    Reconcile vendor statements to accounts payable records and follow up where discrepancies arise.
•    Assist with treasury management and related bank ledger entries.
•    Perform bank reconciliations.
•    Provide support and assistance to other finance team members, as required.
•    Ensure adherence to internal controls and policies.
•    Maintain a wide variety of financial information, files, and records for the purposes of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal and external auditors.
•    Work on special projects, as they arise.
•    Support the finance team in compiling audit requests related to invoices, payments, and other accounts payable activities.
•    GST calculation and filing.

Qualification and Skill Requirements

•    Diploma or degree in a related field, with a preference for commerce or accounting-related major.
•    Two (2) or more years of directly related experience with accounts payable processing. 
•    Experience with financial and accounting reporting systems. Proficiency with SAP is considered an asset.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word is essential (advanced Excel skills and knowledge are an asset).
•    Experience working in a complex environment with multiple entities, and multi-currency transactions.
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; must be comfortable connecting and communicating with individuals at all levels of the organization.
•    Fluent in English
•    Experience with a public mining or manufacturing company (TSX, NYSE) with international operations is an asset. 
•    Detail-oriented with an aptitude for numbers and the ability to show initiative, take responsibility, and be a self-starter.
•    Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to work within and meet deadlines. 
•    Effective problem-solving skills.
•    Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
•    A willingness to learn and accept feedback and coaching.
•    A positive, professional attitude.
•    Spanish language ability considered a strong asset.

Why Join Us?

Joining the First Majestic team means being part of an empowered, passionate, and talented workforce committed to growing our business through ethical, innovative, sustainable, and safe practices. We promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and creativity. We are committed to supporting the career aspirations of all our employees through training and development and by providing unique and challenging opportunities.
 

You’ll receive a best in-class total rewards program including:

•    Annual base salary of CAD $55,000 to $65,000.
•    Comprehensive benefits program including Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability.
•    Annual bonus
•    RRSP matching
•    Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•    Fitness and Transportation Subsidy