Accounts Payable Specialist

Job summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist manages daily operational activities including invoice processing, expense reports, and credit card transactions. They also support month-end financial reporting and collaborate with vendors to resolve inquiries while identifying process improvements.

Job details

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing day-to-day operational activities in the AP function of the company. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of suppliers invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions. The Accounts Payable Specialist supports the AP Team management with implementation of standardized processes, key performance indicators (KPI), and controls and procedure documentation with a shared services mindset. The Accounts Payable Specialist will: Ensure accurate and timely recording of vendor invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Verify expense documentation, such as receipts and invoices, for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate approval before processing. Ensure accurate entry of invoices and expenses into the accounting software, considering the correct general ledger account code, practice, and cost center. Collaborates with vendors and employees to resolve any issues or inquiries related to invoices and employee expense reports. Support the month-end A/P process, enabling timely and accurate financial reporting. Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements to streamline A/P operations. Participate in integration of acquired companies into the A/P function, as required. Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Complete other duties as assigned. To be successful as an Accounts Payable Specialist with People Corporation, you will need: Completion of post-secondary education in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration) 1-2 years of experience in a similar finance-related role Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and management at all levels. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills Excellent attention to detail and to effectively prioritize tasks and manage deliverables in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment The ability to take initiative while remaining proactive and adaptable Fluency in both French and English is considered an asset What's in it for you: Learn by working alongside our experts Extended health care and dental benefits A retirement savings plan with company contributions A suite of Health & Wellness offerings Mental Health programs and support for you and your family Assistance for the completion of industry designations Competitive compensation At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders. Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we're committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to careers@peoplecorporation.com. The base salary for this position is between $38,000 - $45,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.

What you’ll do

The Accounts Payable Specialist manages daily operational activities including invoice processing, expense reports, and credit card transactions. They also support month-end financial reporting and collaborate with vendors to resolve inquiries while identifying process improvements.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are required to succeed in this deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Extended health care
• Dental benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Health & Wellness offerings
• Mental Health programs

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts payable
• Invoice processing
• Expense reporting
• Accounting software
• General ledger
• Financial reporting
• Process improvement
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Data entry
• Professionalism
• Expense Reports
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Accounts Payable
• Accounting
• Accounting Software
• Mental Health
• Business Administration
• Management
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• General Ledger
• Invoicing
• Problem Solving
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Operations
• Proactivity
• Team Management
• Process Improvement
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Accounts Payable Specialist
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

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