Accounts Payable Specialist

Professional Staffing; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks’ vacation plus additional employer provided days off

Discretionary bonus structure

Extended health benefits with health spending allowance

Job summary

Professional Staffing is seeking an Accounting Coordinator with a focus on accounts payable for a manufacturing organization in Edmonton. This role is an excellent long-term opportunity, requiring onsite work five days a week. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Offering a competitive salary between $55K - $65K annually, additional benefits include a discretionary bonus structure and extended health benefits. Join a structured environment focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2 – 4 years of experience in accounts payable; accounts receivable is an asset.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes from transaction entry through reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle accounts payable.
• Review, code, and post invoices; prepare customer payments.
• Perform regular reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors for timely financial information.

Skills

Accounts payable expertise

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

ERP systems experience

Microsoft Office 365 proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Professional Staffing has partnered with a well-established and growing manufacturing organization located in Edmonton to identify an Accounting Coordinator (Accounts Payable Focus). The ideal candidate is seeking a long-term opportunity within a consistent and operationally focused accounting environment.

This role offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, so if you are a clear and confident communicator who takes pride in accuracy, timeliness, and adding value, we’d love to connect!

This role is onsite, 5 days a week with a location that is best suited for candidates with access to personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle accounts payable; accounts receivable experience is an asset
• Review, code, and post invoices; prepare and apply customer payments
• Perform regular reconciliations (vendor statements, customer accounts, credit cards) and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer master data
• Manage aging reports and support timely payments processing
• Assist with month-end and year-end GL close activities
• Support audits and maintain organized financial documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure accurate and timely financial information
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
• Ad hoc requests as required

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2 – 4 years of experience in accounts payable; accounts receivable is an asset
• Experience working with ERP systems (experience with integrated systems considered an asset)
• Strong understanding of accounting processes from transaction entry through reporting
• Excellent communication skills with a professional and customer-focused approach
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel

Total Rewards

• $55K - $65K per year
• Discretionary bonus structure with consistent distribution on a monthly basis
• Three weeks’ vacation plus additional employer provided days off
• Extended health benefits with health spending allowance
• Onsite 5 days a week with flexibility as required

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for consideration will be contacted.