City: Ottawa
Pay Rate: $43.00 /hr
Added: August 28, 2026
Senior Accounts Payables, Expense Specialist - Contract - 19407
About the Opportunity
Our nationally recognized client in the Ottawa- Gatineau area is looking for an Accounts Payables- Expense Specialist to join their fast-paced, dynamic organization on a contract basis.
This organization encompasses a team-oriented, collaborative workspace, as well as offering opportunities for progressing your professional growth.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Full-cycle, day-to-day Accounts Payables, with a focus in travel expense claim processing- processing expenses, coding, & preparing payments
Ensure accurate, proper coding to expenditure types
Oversee employee expense processing cycle, submission of expense reports
Reconcile credit card accounts in relation to expenses
Audits all travel claims to ensure compliance and accuracy in accordance to guidelines
Review and ensure proper approvals are obtained
Assist with Month-End closing processes including preparation of required accruals and reports.
Work closely with adjacent departments to facilitate an efficient and effective flow of Accounts Payables
Provides onboarding & training to new employees in regards to proper expense policies and procedures
Acts as a liaison with all levels of employees, answering questions and providing guidance on all expense-related inquiries
Ensure strong internal controls are upheld, including proper documentation and preparedness for Audit in relation to AP as well as coordination of compliance audits
Provides information, documentation and clarification as needed during audit processes
Lead process improvements including developing efficiencies, automation, and policies & procedures, as well as provide recommendations on related policies
Provide expense reporting and summaries for Finance team and senior management
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
MUST POSESS AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARNACE
3+ years experience in full-cycle accounting including travel expense claim processing, preferably within a high-volume environment
Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration
Exceptional communication skills- professional and courteous at all times
A true team player
Strong problem-solving skills
Highly organized, strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter, collaborative
Strong oral and written communication skills (English), Bilingualism (French) is an asset
About the Job
The hourly wage for this opportunity is between $35.00 to $44.00 depending on relevant experience.
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How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the “” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to
[email protected]. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19407.
LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.
Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
