Accounts Payable Associate
About the role
The PEAK Group of Companies is a leader in home improvement, supplying a vast array of innovative products throughout Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. PEAK is a highly valued, strategic partner of Home Depot and Bunnings. Our unique business platform perfectly aligns with Home Depot and Bunning’s do-it-yourself and professional customer, and our best-in-class products are offered throughout Home Depot and Bunning’s massive retail network.
The PEAK Group of Companies – proud recipient of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 HRD Best Place to Work Award. Our greatest strength is our people, a team of remarkably talented, supportive and passionate people. We are a place where innovation is encouraged, talent and teamwork are celebrated and results and success are rewarded.
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the AP Associate will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely payments to vendors. You will be responsible for processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and prepare necessary reporting for managers.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter accounts payable invoices into the appropriate cost centers, ensuring correct allocation of expenses
- Match invoices with purchase orders, freight documentation, and other supporting materials to ensure completeness and correctness
- Obtain necessary approvals for invoices in a timely manner
- Prepare invoices for payment, ensuring all documentation is complete and properly authorized.
- Assist in the preparation and execution of weekly payment runs
- Reconcile vendor statements and accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers through clear, professional, and timely communication
- Generate and maintain reports related to accounts payable activities, including aging reports, payment schedules, and audit trails
- Assist with other financial reporting and strategic initiatives as requested by the management team
- Identify opportunities for automation or efficiency improvements within the AP workflow
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of AP experience is required
- Proven skills, education and/or experience in Microsoft Office, including Excel
- Experience with MS Dynamics 365 or equivalent ERP software is an asset
- Ability to work independently
- Interest in expanding skills base and learning
- Completion of Accounting degree or diploma would be an asset
- Intermediate+ Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (mandatory)
- Highly motivated self-starter, and works well to meet deadlines with a high degree of quality and accuracy
- Strong ability to “think on your feet” and problem-solve
- Team player committed to collaborating with colleagues to support work-related goals
- Enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude
The Peak Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace and value the importance of diversity, fairness, and trust. We offer a dynamic work environment and a competitive compensation package. Our goal is to attract, develop, and engage employees with exceptional ability and diverse backgrounds.
Compensation: $49,000 – $65,000 annually
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Peak Group of Companies
The Peak Group of Companies is a renowned and multifaceted organization that has established itself as a leader in various industries. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Peak has consistently delivered high-quality products and services across its diverse portfolio of businesses. Peak’s operations are divided into two prominent subsidiaries, each excelling in its respective niche: Peak Products Manufacturing and Peak RSG Services.
Peak Products Manufacturing is an international leader in the home renovation and outdoor living products sector, offering over 1,000 products. These include aluminum railings, fencing and decking products, gutters, gardenware, and much more. In Canada and the United States, Peak products are sold exclusively through The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer. Peak has been supplying The Home Depot since 1999. Today, our vast array of products are sold in the 2,200 Home Depot stores throughout North America. Peak also supplies many of its product lines to Bunnings, the largest home improvement retailer in Australia and New Zealand.
Peak RSG Services specializes in exterior catastrophic losses. We are a trusted expert in emergency repairs and restoration services specializing in the replacement of roofing, siding, gutters, doors and windows. We understand these catastrophic losses can be a stressful time for the policyholders and the insurance adjusters, so we ensure homes are repaired quickly and with quality workmanship. We’re the one that insurance companies count on for reliable restoration services following residential disasters.
Accounts Payable Associate
About the role
The PEAK Group of Companies is a leader in home improvement, supplying a vast array of innovative products throughout Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. PEAK is a highly valued, strategic partner of Home Depot and Bunnings. Our unique business platform perfectly aligns with Home Depot and Bunning’s do-it-yourself and professional customer, and our best-in-class products are offered throughout Home Depot and Bunning’s massive retail network.
The PEAK Group of Companies – proud recipient of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 HRD Best Place to Work Award. Our greatest strength is our people, a team of remarkably talented, supportive and passionate people. We are a place where innovation is encouraged, talent and teamwork are celebrated and results and success are rewarded.
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the AP Associate will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely payments to vendors. You will be responsible for processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and prepare necessary reporting for managers.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter accounts payable invoices into the appropriate cost centers, ensuring correct allocation of expenses
- Match invoices with purchase orders, freight documentation, and other supporting materials to ensure completeness and correctness
- Obtain necessary approvals for invoices in a timely manner
- Prepare invoices for payment, ensuring all documentation is complete and properly authorized.
- Assist in the preparation and execution of weekly payment runs
- Reconcile vendor statements and accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers through clear, professional, and timely communication
- Generate and maintain reports related to accounts payable activities, including aging reports, payment schedules, and audit trails
- Assist with other financial reporting and strategic initiatives as requested by the management team
- Identify opportunities for automation or efficiency improvements within the AP workflow
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of AP experience is required
- Proven skills, education and/or experience in Microsoft Office, including Excel
- Experience with MS Dynamics 365 or equivalent ERP software is an asset
- Ability to work independently
- Interest in expanding skills base and learning
- Completion of Accounting degree or diploma would be an asset
- Intermediate+ Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (mandatory)
- Highly motivated self-starter, and works well to meet deadlines with a high degree of quality and accuracy
- Strong ability to “think on your feet” and problem-solve
- Team player committed to collaborating with colleagues to support work-related goals
- Enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude
The Peak Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace and value the importance of diversity, fairness, and trust. We offer a dynamic work environment and a competitive compensation package. Our goal is to attract, develop, and engage employees with exceptional ability and diverse backgrounds.
Compensation: $49,000 – $65,000 annually
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Peak Group of Companies
The Peak Group of Companies is a renowned and multifaceted organization that has established itself as a leader in various industries. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Peak has consistently delivered high-quality products and services across its diverse portfolio of businesses. Peak’s operations are divided into two prominent subsidiaries, each excelling in its respective niche: Peak Products Manufacturing and Peak RSG Services.
Peak Products Manufacturing is an international leader in the home renovation and outdoor living products sector, offering over 1,000 products. These include aluminum railings, fencing and decking products, gutters, gardenware, and much more. In Canada and the United States, Peak products are sold exclusively through The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer. Peak has been supplying The Home Depot since 1999. Today, our vast array of products are sold in the 2,200 Home Depot stores throughout North America. Peak also supplies many of its product lines to Bunnings, the largest home improvement retailer in Australia and New Zealand.
Peak RSG Services specializes in exterior catastrophic losses. We are a trusted expert in emergency repairs and restoration services specializing in the replacement of roofing, siding, gutters, doors and windows. We understand these catastrophic losses can be a stressful time for the policyholders and the insurance adjusters, so we ensure homes are repaired quickly and with quality workmanship. We’re the one that insurance companies count on for reliable restoration services following residential disasters.