Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist — Contract

Location: Ontario, Canada — Hybrid (2 days/week in office; Wednesdays fixed, one flexible day) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week Contract Length: 6 months, with strong potential to convert to permanent Rate: $29–$33 /hour

About the Role

We're recruiting on behalf of a global leader in rail transportation for two AP & AR Specialists to join their Finance team on a contract basis. This is a hands-on role covering invoice processing, vendor inquiries, payment proposals, AR invoicing, and expense report review — with genuine potential to move into a permanent seat for the right candidate. You'll work closely with the AP/AR team and be part of a well-known, global brand in the rail industry. This is a fast-moving search — the team is looking to move quickly, so early applications are encouraged.

What You'll Do

Accounts Payable Support accurate, timely processing of vendor invoices, backed by proper documentation Perform monthly Amex reconciliations and provide remittance advice Maintain a healthy, optimized AP aging Resolve invoice processing delays tied to inventory receipts, POs, and vendor disputes Complete monthly supplier statement reconciliations for key vendors Assist with reclassification journal entries for Amex Travel and P-card transactions Expense Reports Process and audit 100% of expense reports for Travel Policy compliance Ensure proper approvals and documentation Support employee expense payment runs and Concur-related queries Payments Prepare weekly payment proposal reports and process third-party, intercompany, and expense payments on schedule Provide clear, timely remittance details to vendors Accounts Receivable Support invoicing and post to accounting software (SAP) Assist with customer payment application Independently prepare the AR aging report for month-end close Respond to customer and internal account inquiries Support audit and J-SOX requirements as needed Process Improvement Suggest and help implement improvements to AP and payments processes Support new technology or procedural rollouts

What You Bring

University degree in Accounting or a related field 3–5 years of experience in AP/AR functions within a computerized accounting environment SAP experience required Familiarity with expense report review is helpful, but prior Concur experience is not mandatory Advanced Excel skills Open to candidates from any industry background Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and stay organized under pressure

Why Apply This is a great opportunity for an AP/AR professional who wants exposure to a large, global organization and a fast-paced, process-driven finance environment.