Accounts Payable Specialist (1 Year Contract)

Role Purpose:

The Accounts Payable Specialist (1 Year Contract) is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payments to suppliers and vendors, handling enquiries and resolving AP-related issues while supporting the team with process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Complete End-to-End Accounts Payable Operations including invoice processing, payment administration, expense reporting, and credit card reconciliations while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance. 
• Maintain Accurate Financial Records and Reconciliations by reconciling vendor accounts, subledgers, and general ledger balances, and resolving discrepancies to ensure financial integrity. 
• Administer Vendor Management Processes including vendor onboarding, master data maintenance, and resolution of vendor inquiries while ensuring compliance with internal controls and documentation requirements. 
• Support Financial Reporting and Analysis through preparation of accounts payable reports, schedules, reconciliations, and analytical insights to support business decision-making. 
• Contribute to Month-End, Year-End, and Audit Activities by preparing accruals, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and audit schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. 
• Ensure Compliance and Strengthen Internal Controls by adhering to company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements while maintaining audit-ready documentation. 
• Drive Process Improvement and Systems Enhancement Initiatives by supporting automation projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and controls.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary training in accounting or finance.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with Oracle, and Maximo systems are assets.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume setting.
• Exceptional computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Possess knowledge of accounts payable and the accounting cycle.
• A willingness to take initiative to solve problems and a desire to identify process improvements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clear and concise information in an accurate and informative manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with your team and other departments.
• Fluent in English.
• Previous Canadian work experience or experience working directly with Canadian industries.

DP World (Canada) Inc. fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging across our organization. We are a proud equal opportunity employer with a commitment to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier free workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We welcome applicants to advise us on your preferred pronouns in your application.

All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire and promote, are based on applicants’ qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to any characteristic related to diversity.