Accounts Payables Technician

Job summary

The Accounts Payable Technician is responsible for processing vendor invoices, performing three-way matching, and managing payment runs for Canada and the United States. The role also involves maintaining vendor records, reconciling statements, and supporting month-end closing activities.

Job details

For over 70 years, WALTER Surface Technologies has been a world leader in surface treatment technologies providing high performance abrasives, tools, power tools, chemical solutions, safety solutions, and welding process solutions specifically designed for the metalworking industry. Our core philosophy is focused on helping customers work better and achieving greatness with the best technology, the best products, the best performance, the best safety, and the best durability - all designed to increase their productivity and profitability. Job Summary: Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Accounts Payable Technician is responsible for processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, preparing payment runs, and supporting accounts payable activities for Canada and the United States. The role requires strong attention to detail and strict adherence to the Company’s payment approval and fraud prevention controls. Main responsibilities: * Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner. * Perform three-way matching between purchase orders, invoices, and receiving reports. * Prepare weekly cash disbursement forecasts and process ACH and wire payments, in accordance with Company policy. * Follow established AP controls and fraud prevention procedures, * Resolve invoice discrepancies and follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders. * Maintain accurate and complete vendor master data and supplier files. * Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances. * Support month-end close, including AP accruals and reporting. * Prepare AP aging reports and other financial reports as required. * Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and maximize the use of system capabilities. * Perform other duties as assigned. Required skills & Qualification: * Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems. * Knowledge of three-way matching and AP internal controls. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * Well organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Willing to adopt and adapt to new systems and reporting tools. Education & Experience : * College diploma in accounting or other relevant education. * Minimum 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role. * Experience processing ACH, wire, or electronic payments is an asset. * Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, in French and English to support internal communication and interactions with vendors and international teams.

What you’ll do

The Accounts Payable Technician is responsible for processing vendor invoices, performing three-way matching, and managing payment runs for Canada and the United States. The role also involves maintaining vendor records, reconciling statements, and supporting month-end closing activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a college diploma in accounting and at least 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with ERP systems, and strong knowledge of internal AP controls are required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Month-End Close · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts payable
• Three-way matching
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP systems
• Cash disbursement forecasting
• ACH payments
• Wire payments
• Fraud prevention
• Vendor management
• Invoice reconciliation
• Month-end close
• Financial reporting
• AP aging reports
• Communication
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Cash Disbursement
• Fraud Prevention
• Power Tool Operation
• ERP Systems Knowledge
• Month-End Closing
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Accounts Payable
• Accounting
• Accruals
• Welding
• Internal Controls
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Internal Communications
• Interpersonal Communications
• Invoicing
• Surface Finishing
• Metalworking
• Time Management
• Reporting Tools
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

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

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