Accounts Payable Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Hamilton, Ontario. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing financial processes with precision. As part of a non-profit organization, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth payment operations and supporting our overall financial activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of invoices weekly, including non-purchase order invoices, utilities, and repair and maintenance costs.<br>• Print and organize invoices received via email, manually secure approvals, and ensure accurate coding and matching.<br>• Handle payment processing tasks, including cheque preparation and bi-weekly payments.<br>• Assist with donation-related tasks by preparing deposits and supporting documentation.<br>• Perform basic data maintenance using Excel, with occasional use of pivot tables.<br>• Utilize NetSuite for accounts payable activities; familiarity with Great Plains is considered an asset.<br>• Collaborate with team members on accounts receivable tasks, handling approximately 20% of AR-related responsibilities.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures during manual processing tasks.<br>• Build and maintain vendor relationships to facilitate smooth payment operations.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable, with exposure to accounts receivable processes.<br>• Proficiency in NetSuite software; experience with Great Plains is an advantage.<br>• Strong familiarity with coding, matching, and payment processing procedures.<br>• Basic knowledge of Excel, including data maintenance and pivot tables.<br>• Ability to manage manual processing tasks with attention to detail.<br>• Previous experience in a high-volume invoicing environment.<br>• Strong organizational and communication skills to manage vendor relationships.<br>• Knowledge of ERP systems and financial documentation processes.
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- Hamilton, ON
- onsite
- Temporary
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20.00 - 25.00 CAD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Hamilton, Ontario. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing financial processes with precision. As part of a non-profit organization, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth payment operations and supporting our overall financial activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of invoices weekly, including non-purchase order invoices, utilities, and repair and maintenance costs.<br>• Print and organize invoices received via email, manually secure approvals, and ensure accurate coding and matching.<br>• Handle payment processing tasks, including cheque preparation and bi-weekly payments.<br>• Assist with donation-related tasks by preparing deposits and supporting documentation.<br>• Perform basic data maintenance using Excel, with occasional use of pivot tables.<br>• Utilize NetSuite for accounts payable activities; familiarity with Great Plains is considered an asset.<br>• Collaborate with team members on accounts receivable tasks, handling approximately 20% of AR-related responsibilities.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures during manual processing tasks.<br>• Build and maintain vendor relationships to facilitate smooth payment operations.
- 2025-10-21T15:48:47Z