We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a financial services team in Toronto, Ontario on a contract position. This role is well suited to someone who works efficiently, pays close attention to detail, and can manage a high volume of invoices with accuracy. The successful candidate will support day-to-day accounts payable activities, help reduce outstanding transactions, and contribute to smooth payment operations in a collaborative office environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process a steady volume of supplier invoices accurately, including transactions linked to purchase orders and those submitted without purchase orders.
- Review and assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices before entering them into the accounts payable system.
- Reconcile accounts payable records and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances and vendor statements are up to date.
- Assist with clearing a backlog of outstanding payable items by prioritizing urgent transactions and resolving issues promptly.
- Enter, track, and maintain payment information using ERP and accounting platforms, including Oracle E-Business Suite and Concur.
- Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to respond to payment inquiries, obtain missing details, and resolve invoice-related concerns.
- Support payment processing activities such as cheque runs and other scheduled disbursements while following internal controls.
- Contribute to accurate spreadsheet tracking and reporting in Excel to monitor invoice status, reconciliations, and outstanding items.
- At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
- Hands-on experience processing invoices in environments with both purchase order and non-purchase order workflows.
- Practical knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite, along with familiarity with ERP or accounting software systems, is preferred.
- Experience with account coding, vendor payments, reconciliations, and general accounts payable administration.
- Comfortable using Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial information.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong English communication skills for working with vendors and internal team members.
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