Accounts Payable Specialist

Sporting Life; Vaughan; Ibrido; CAD 50.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

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Salary range CAD 50,000–52,000 (bonus)

Bonus

Career growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Sporting Life in Vaughan, Canada is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, and month-end close. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely payments across merchandise and non-merchandise invoices.

The role requires 1–3 years in AP, experience with D365 and EDI/Exflow, and strong Excel skills. A diploma/degree in accounting and keen attention to detail are valued in our team-oriented, hybrid work environment.

Competenze

• 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Mansioni

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices for accuracy and authorization.
• Perform two-way and three-way matching (Invoice, PO, Receiving).
• Code invoices to GL accounts, cost centers, and projects.
• Process non-PO invoices per approval workflows.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and verify invoice status.
• Maintain vendor records, including tax and payment information.
• Assist with payment runs and month-end close responsibilities.
• Support audits with invoice documentation and reconciliations.
• Contribute to process improvements and AP clean-ups.

Conoscenze

Accounts Payable experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Formazione

Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance

Strumenti

D365

EDI processing

Exflow

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Sporting Life Group is a proudly Canadian family of retail banners, Sporting Life, Golf Town, and Team Town Sports, united by a shared passion for sport and active living.

From individual pursuits to team sports, we offer the best equipment, expert services, and experiences to help Canadians play, move, and live well.

Why Work Here?

• Access to our benefits package, with the choice of different levels of health, dental, and vision coverage to suit you.
• Employee discounts at Golf Town, Sporting Life, and Team Town Sports that are shareable with friends and family.
• Team-first culture that celebrates an active, sports lifestyle.
• Fun, fast-paced hybrid environment where your passion for sport and style belongs.
• Vendor Pro Deals and expert product training to fuel your knowledge and performance.
• A salary range of $50,000-$52,000 (dependent on experience), bonus, and opportunities to grow your career in the sports lifestyle.

What You’ll Do:

The Accounts Payable Specialist completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling merchandise and non-merchandise invoices as well as the reconciliation of monthly statements for vendor partners. This position will also be responsible for the completion of daily audit and reconciliation of sales and associated payments received, as well as the related monthly month-end close responsibilities.

Invoice Processing

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with company policies
• Perform two-way and three-way matching (Invoice, PO, and Receiving)
• Code invoices to appropriate GL accounts, cost centers, and projects
• Process non-PO invoices in accordance with approval workflows

Vendor Management

• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice status and payment details
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and missing documentation
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax and payment information

Payments & Controls

• Assist with payment runs (EFT, ACH, wire, cheque) as per payment schedules
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and segregation of duties
• Support audit requests by providing invoice documentation and reconciliations

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Assist with vendor statement reconciliations
• Identify and elevate aged invoices and discrepancies
• Support month-end close by ensuring invoices are posted accurately and on time

Process Improvement & Support

• Follow standard operating procedures and contribute to process improvements
• Assist with AP clean-ups, backlog reduction, and system testing when required
• Support ad-hoc tasks assigned by AP Supervisor or Manager

What You’ll Bring:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar accounting role
• Experience with D365 or similar
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset
• Experience with D365, EDI processing and Exflow