Accounts Payable Specialist

Cryopak; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cryopak, a leader in temperature-controlled packaging, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Finance team in Montreal. You will manage high-volume vendor invoices in CAD and USD, perform three-way matching, and handle various payment methods while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in AP, manufacturing experience is a plus, and are bilingual in English and French.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Bilingual in English and French is required (75% of communications with U.S.-based suppliers).

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices in CAD and USD.
• Perform three-way matching and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Process vendor payments including EFT, ACH, wire transfers, cheques, and online payments.
• Create and maintain vendor records, including banking information.
• Review transportation and freight invoices and investigate discrepancies.
• Verify indirect tax compliance (GST, HST, QST, PST).
• Assist with month-end activities, account reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable activities when required.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Online banking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Online banking platforms

Job description

Cryopak, a leader in temperature-controlled packaging and cold chain solutions, is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team.

What You’ll Do

• Process high-volume vendor invoices in CAD and USD.
• Perform three-way matching and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Process vendor payments including EFT, ACH, wire transfers, cheques, and online payments.
• Create and maintain vendor records, including banking information.
• Review transportation and freight invoices and investigate discrepancies.
• Verify indirect tax compliance (GST, HST, QST, PST).
• Assist with month‑end activities, account reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable activities when required.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Diploma, DEC, Certificate or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Manufacturing experience is considered an asset.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP systems and online banking platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Bilingualism (English and French) required. (75% of communications, vendor interactions, banking activities, documentation, and business transactions are conducted with U.S.-based suppliers, financial institutions, and colleagues)