Accounts Payable Analyst

Accounts Payable Analyst - 12 Month Contract

Hamilton, ON

$55,000 - $60,000 annually

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking a meticulous and organized Accounts Payable Analyst to join their finance team on a 12-month contract. In this role, you'll be responsible for full-cycle accounts payable processing, vendor account management, and supporting various financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

As the AP Analyst, you'll be responsible for processing vendor invoices, ensuring accurate G/L coding, resolving discrepancies, preparing electronic payments, and maintaining vendor relationships. You'll also assist with banking functions and month-end close activities including reporting and expense analysis.

Advantages

• $55,000 - $60,000 annually, based on experience
• 12-month contract
• Day shift: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Hybrid work schedule after training (3 days in office / 2 days remote)
• Accessible location in Hamilton
• Work with a supportive and collaborative finance team
• Excellent exposure in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

• Process vendor invoices with accurate G/L coding
• Verify supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies
• Track purchase orders across departments

• Prepare and process biweekly payments (cheques and wire transfers)
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions

• Handle inquiries from vendors and internal teams
• Resolve payment-related issues and reconcile vendor statements

• Support daily deposits and cash flow management
• Manage and reconcile petty cash

• Assist with closing activities and reporting
• Review and analyze expenses as part of the financial close process

• 3-7 years of experience in an accounting role with full-cycle AP
• Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables required)
• Knowledge of HST, ITC, and general accounting principles
• Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently or in a team
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset
• Experience with paperless AP workflows is a plus