<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario for a 10-month contract. In this role, you will play a key part in managing invoice processing, payment operations, vendor relations, and financial reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a strong understanding of accounts payable processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and enter invoices in a high-volume environment, ensuring accurate coding to general ledger accounts and cost centres.</p><p>• Verify invoice accuracy by matching purchase orders and receiving documents, and route them through the appropriate approval workflows.</p><p>• Oversee payment preparation and processing, including wire transfers, cheque runs, and e-transfers, while maintaining organized records.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors to address payment issues, reconcile statements, and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable accounts, including corporate credit card accounts, and manage month-end closing processes.</p><p>• Support the implementation and testing of system upgrades and improvements, including user acceptance testing.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to ethical standards.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounts payable function and recommend effective solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller’s Group and other teams to support departmental goals and special initiatives</p>
