Accounts Payable Specialist

RailWorks Corporation; Delson; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in Delson. This full-time role involves processing accounts payable transactions, maintaining vendor files, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, exceptional communication skills in both English and French, and a passion for accounting. The company fosters a collaborative work environment that values teamwork and ingenuity, offering opportunities for career growth and skill development. If you are motivated and detail-oriented, this position could be a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employer RRSP match

Competitive Time Off Policy

Company events

Flex Work (Possibility)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience in an office setting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and maintain vendor files.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Provide administrative support to the regional office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Graduation

Post-secondary program in accounting

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Benefits Offering

• Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000
• Company events
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer RRSP match
• Competitive Time Off Policy
• Flex Work (Possibility) - Hybrid position

Position Summary

Reporting to the Controller, we are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team located in Delson. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. We are seeking a motivated individual with strong attention to detail, a team-oriented mindset, and a passion for accounting. The Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting and administrative/clerical tasks related to the efficient processing and maintenance of accounts payable transactions; and provides general administrative support and backup to the regional office including reception and clerical functions.

Primary/Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Processes accounts payable including coding and posting accounts payable invoices; forwarding invoices for approval; maintaining AP files by vendors, reconciling statements and payable amounts, reconciling weekly cash requirement report, processing and maintaining documentation and records control for purchase orders, bills of lading and packing slips.
• Handles routine requests for information.
• Performs data entry in JDE (JD Edwards) or other systems; creates, updates and maintains files, spreadsheets, databases.
• Performs Pcard reconciliations.
• Generates expense reports and monitors expenditures in accordance with company policies.
• Generates accounts payable reports and participates in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assists A/R, Payroll, & Admin team members as required to ensure deadlines are completed in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation supplemented by completion of a post-secondary program in accounting.
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent related office, accounting and payroll experience.
• Experience in the construction industry or project-based environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of software applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; JD Edwards or other construction accounting package is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, organize work, prioritize and work to deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in both English and French.
• Superior problem-solving skills and ability to use judgment and common sense.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information and to perform with a high level of professionalism and integrity.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works in an office environment.
• Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard.
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.