ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE (Contract)

Finlink Group; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Finlink Group in Markham, Ontario, is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate for a 3- to 6-month on-site contract. The role focuses on accurate processing of invoices, vendor account maintenance, and supporting month-end close.

You will liaise with internal teams and vendors to resolve discrepancies and improve processes. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in accounts payable, strong Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP), and familiarity with SAP.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Solid understanding of 2-way and 3-way matching principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables and VLOOKUP).
• Strong numerical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SAP Accounts Payable is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and within timelines using legacy systems and SAP ERP.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records in line with audit requirements.
• Monitor invoice workflows and follow up on outstanding items and approvals.
• Respond to vendor inquiries professionally.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance and Operations for timely payment processing.
• Support monthly and year-end closing with reports and aging analyses.
• Assist with audits by providing documentation.

Skills

2-way & 3-way matching

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Problem-solving

Tools

SAP Accounts Payable

Microsoft Excel

PivotTables

VLOOKUP

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE (Contract)

Location: Markham, ON (On-site)

Our partner organization is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Associate to join its accounting team on a 3 to 6 month contract. This opportunity is a great fit for an accounting professional who is organized, self-motivated, comfortable working with deadlines, and able to maintain a high level of accuracy in a metrics-driven environment. You will play an important role in supporting timely and accurate accounts payable operations while working closely with teams across the organization.

As an Accounts Payable Associate, you will help ensure invoices and vendor accounts are processed accurately and efficiently. You will work with internal teams and external vendors, investigate discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and provide support during monthly and year-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and within established timelines using legacy systems and/or SAP ERP, while following company policies and procedures.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies using Excel tools such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in accordance with audit requirements and data retention standards.
• Monitor invoice processing workflows and follow up on outstanding items, missing information, and required approvals.
• Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and within established service level expectations.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and other internal teams to support timely payment processing and accurate reporting.
• Support monthly and year-end closing activities by preparing accounts payable reports, aging summaries, and audit documentation as required.
• Assist with internal audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation and responding to requests for clarification.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving accounts payable processes, workflow efficiency, and automation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager to support the overall efficiency and accuracy of the accounting function.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of accounts payable experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of 2-way and 3-way matching principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong numerical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with the SAP Accounts Payable module is considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience working with high-volume invoice processing.
• Familiarity with procurement or expense management systems.
• Experience working in a structured, metrics-driven accounting environment.

This is a 3 to 6 month contract opportunity with a strong focus on supporting day-to-day accounts payable operations. It is well suited to someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving discrepancies, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with different teams to keep processes moving.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and getting the details right, we would be happy to hear from you.