Accounts Payable Analyst

Robert Half

  • Toronto, ON
  • $25.00-35.00 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job Description:We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential financial operations while fostering collaboration across multiple departments. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate and efficient accounts payable processes, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.Responsibilities:
  • Process invoices, credit card transactions, and out-of-pocket expenses with precision, adhering to established policies and timelines.
  • Investigate and resolve purchase order discrepancies, coding errors, and payment issues in the system.
  • Verify vendor and partner information, including bank details, to ensure secure and accurate transactions.
  • Support the refinement of reporting processes to enhance departmental efficiency and accuracy.
  • Contribute to the cleanup of the accounts payable subledger, ensuring data integrity.
  • Assist in the transition to new financial systems, including Workday and ServiceNow, ensuring seamless implementation.
  • Conduct daily bank checks to confirm payment success, address returns, and identify unusual activity.
  • Prepare weekly payment batches and manage bank balances to guarantee sufficient funds for processing.
  • Provide onboarding and training to new team members, promoting a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.
  • Participate in month-end closing activities and audits as needed, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant qualifications such as CPA or CA are an asset.
  • Two to five years of experience in accounts payable within a similar organization.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts payable processes, and tax compliance.
  • Proficiency in full-cycle accounts payable and familiarity with various bank platforms and payment methods.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; experience with Workday is an advantage.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial operations.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and collaborative approach.

Robert Half