Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk| 12-Month Contract

Van Kam Freightways Ltd.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community donations

Competitive salary

Benefits (100% company paid)

Job summary

Van Kam Freightways Ltd. seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to join the finance team on a 12-month maternity leave contract in Surrey, BC. The role focuses on timely invoice processing, supplier communications, and accurate recordkeeping within a growing LTL transportation environment.

Ideal candidates have multiple years in AP, with Dynamics 365 Business Central experience. Proficiency in Excel and strong communication are essential to succeed in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end accounts payable processes.
• Diploma or degree in business administration or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and timely from multiple terminals.
• Manage supplier relationships and account reconciliation.
• Support supplier and payment details management, including updates.
• Handle recovery bills and contra entries related to agents or interline payments.
• Assist in fuel card management and related reports.
• Provide general finance support and vacation relief.
• Collaborate with AP team to support others as needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Dynamics 365 BC

Concur Invoice

Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Business Administration

Tools

AS400

Job description

This is a 12-month contract for maternity leave coverage.

Are you ready to drive your career forward? Hit the Road with Van Kam Freightways as our Accounts Payable Clerk!

At Van Kam Freightways, we are trailblazers in the LTL Transportation industry, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries as we grow. With 79 (and counting) years of service, we’re on a mission to create a work environment that’s as fast paced and exciting as the journeys we take. We’re now looking for an Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk to join our finance team on a 12-month contract covering a maternity leave. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing company!

Join us and be part of something extraordinary! www.vankam.com

YOUR MISSION:

As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you’ll be an integral part of the finance team, providing support for our accounts payable functions and helping us maintain smooth operations. You’ll ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, provide assistance to stakeholders, and keep our financial records in tip-top shape!

For the first six months, the position will primarily focus on Accounts Payable. After this period, the role may evolve to provide support to other departments or positions, based on business needs, demonstrated performance, and organizational priorities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Receive, validate, and provide assistance to stakeholders on processing invoices in a timely manner from all terminals.
• Manage supplier relationships and account reconciliation.
• Support supplier and payment details management, including updates and verifications.
• Manage recovery bills and contra entries related to agents or interline payments.
• Assist in fuel card management as well as fuel and other reports as requested.
• Provide general finance support and cross-train as vacation relief for team members.
• Collaborate with the accounts payable team to provide support to other team members as needed.

WHO WE NEED:

• You have multiple years of previous experience in Accounts Payable. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is required. Further experience with Concur Invoice is an asset.
• You have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• You bring strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to the table.
• Your detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

WHAT YOU HAVE:

• 1 -2 years of verifiable previous full cycle Accounts Payable experience is a must.
• Further inter-departmental clerk experience in areas such as accounts receivable, payroll and operational support is an asset.
• A Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field would be an asset.
• Bonus points for experience with AS400 or knowledge of the trucking industry.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

1. Make a Difference: Be part of a mission-driven company, giving back to the community and making the world a better place! We support over 25 non-profit organizations and local charities every year through either monetary donation or volunteer work. We also match employee donations up to $150 per employee per year to ensure we can support the organizations that matter to you.
2. Show Me the Money: We don’t believe in penny pinching. You will be paid a competitive and generous salary with annual reviews tied to performance.
3. Health is Wealth: Enjoy our 100% company paid, comprehensive benefit plan so you and your family members can stay fit as a fiddle and crush your goals.
4. Invest in your future: Our employees are not just valued, they’re invested! Enjoy a robust Defined Contribution Pension Plan where your tomorrow is built today. We match your contributions and you can watch your retirement savings grow!
5. Climb That Ladder: True to our values, we are committed to helping our employees reach their professional goals. We offer opportunities galore for learning, growth and levelling up your skills.
6. Party Time: We like to have fun, and we hope you do too! Enjoy regular social events and activities.
7. It’s all about balance: We treat our customers like friends and our employees like family. As a family-owned company, we understand the importance of work‑life balance which is why we offer competitive time‑off benefits and commit to providing a balanced schedule for our drivers – so they can spend less time on the road and more time with the ones they love.
8. Go Green: Our Green Initiative programs limit our carbon footprint which include things like governing road speeds to reduce fuel consumption, equipping new tractors with clean emissions technology and investing in technology to limit paper use, just to name a few!

Job Location

Surrey, BC

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