Accounting technician

Port of Montreal; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of Montreal is seeking an Accounting Technician to join their finance team. This mid-senior level full-time role focuses on managing accounts payable, processing invoices, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience with ERP systems, and be proficient in both English and French.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Experience with invoice processing and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and ensure compliance.
• Manage supplier inquiries and disputes.
• Produce reports on accounts payable aging.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Good analytical skills

Education

Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in accounting or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Financial management systems

ERP (SAP)

Power BI

Job description

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Under the supervision of the Accounts Payable, Billing and Accounts Receivable Manager, the incumbent is responsible for processing supplier invoices. He/she also ensures the application of procedures and policies in place to ensure the quality and accuracy of transaction control.

Main Responsibilities

Note: This job description describes the main responsibilities of the position, not marginal tasks. Examples of activities/tasks associated with the responsibilities are given in order to present the nature and scope of the position, but do not constitute an exhaustive list. This document describes the position, not the person occupying it.

Accounts Payable Process

• Responsible for the capture, validity and compliance of invoices according to established policies and processes.
• Participates in the accounts payable process, ensuring documentation and quality control.
• Reconcile accounts payable, identify discrepancies and participate in problem resolution.
• Reconcile contract holdbacks with invoices.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accuracy and compliance of invoices and payments.
• Act professionally and expertly in all internal and external communications.
  
  

Dispute resolution

• Manage supplier inquiries, disputes and claims related to payables and payments, in collaboration with other relevant departments, in order to find satisfactory solutions for all parties involved.
  
  

Financial reporting

• Produce regular reports on the aging of accounts payable and expense accounts.
• Provide relevant analysis to assist in decision making.
• Write or complete various reports for internal use.
• Provide documents, information and explanations requested by auditors.
• Prepare accounting entries as required.
  
  

Regulatory compliance

• Ensure compliance with accounts payable regulations, ensuring that actions are taken in accordance with established standards. (GST/QST)
  
  

Process improvement

• Participate in the continuous improvement of processes related to his/her position and/or department, identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions to optimize workflows.
• Participates in meetings with other departments as required (procurement, IT and budget managers).
• Responsible for training related to accounts payable processes and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
  
  

Perform any other related duties.

Position Requirements

Education: Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) specializing in accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Competencies:

• Customer-oriented.
• Ability to work independently.
• Collaborate with various departments, fostering lasting professional relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Navigate turbulence.
• Optimization and solution-oriented.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and confidential data on file.
  
  

Experience: Minimum 5 years relevant experience.

Special requirements:

• Proficiency in Office suite.
• Good knowledge of EXCEL.
• Knowledge of financial management systems and ERP (SAP an asset).
• Good analytical skills.
• Good oral and written French.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of Power BI is an asset.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Maritime Transportation

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