Accounts Payable Specialist

Kelly Services (Canada), Ltd.; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a temp-to-perm opportunity. This role involves managing all aspects of Accounts Payable, from processing invoices to issuing payments. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and possess strong organizational skills, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. With a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork, this position offers a chance to contribute to a growing team while developing professionally. Join a company that values your growth and provides a supportive work environment.

Benefits

6-month temporary position with potential for permanent placement

Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Weekly pay via Direct Deposit

Competitive salary and benefits upon permanent employment

Opportunity to work with an innovative, growing team

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant experience in Accounts Payables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and employee expense reports efficiently.
• Manage weekly cheque runs and issue payments timely.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile company credit card usage.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organization

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary Education in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Dynamic GP

AP Automation Tools (Beanworks, SAP Concur)

Job description

Professional Recruiter at Kelly Services

Kelly's customer, a leading provider of comprehensive, innovative, and integrated payments solutions and services, has a temp-to-perm opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist. This role involves managing all aspects of Accounts Payable, from processing invoices to issuing payments promptly, as well as performing receptionist and general administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build professional relationships within and outside the organization, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork. Collaboration with internal stakeholders is essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payables:
2. Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and government remittances efficiently, including invoice verification, approval circulation, coding, batching, and entry into the accounting system.
3. Manage weekly cheque runs, issue payments via cheque and EFT timely to avoid penalties.
4. Track all payments and expenditures to ensure accuracy and prevent duplicates.
5. Respond to vendor inquiries, resolve disputes, and escalate issues as necessary.
6. Prepare journal entries and reconcile company credit card usage.
7. Maintain and organize historical records.
8. Continuously improve the payment process.
9. Assist with year-end audits and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education related to the duties; formal education in accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and MS Teams.
• Basic understanding of Canadian sales taxes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task effectively.
• Resourcefulness and proactivity in resolving issues.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Action-oriented and results-driven.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in Accounts Payables.
• Experience with accounting software, MS Dynamic GP, and AP automation tools like Beanworks or SAP Concur is an asset.
• Hands-on experience with office equipment such as printers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.

Perks:

• 6-month temporary position with potential for permanent placement.
• Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
• Hourly pay rate from $25 to $28, plus 4% vacation pay.
• Weekly pay via Direct Deposit.
• Competitive salary and benefits upon permanent employment.
• Opportunity to work with an innovative, growing team.

Why Kelly?

We support your career growth by providing opportunities to learn, develop, and achieve your potential. Kelly employs nearly 500,000 people annually and offers flexible work styles, skill development, and industry opportunities worldwide.

Kelly is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

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Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting, Auditing, and Finance