Accounts Payable Specialist: Drive Accurate, Timely Payments

Decisive Point; Ottawa; Sur place; CAD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Versaterm in Ottawa, ON, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage day-to-day AP processing with added scope and independence, ensuring accurate financial data and timely vendor payments in a fast-paced public safety software business.

You will resolve complex vendor issues, perform monthly reconciliations, review employee expenses, and support month-end close, while helping onboard new team members; a Canadian security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal teams and external vendors.
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage pressure effectively.

Responsabilités

• Process accounts payable bills accurately and on schedule, including more complex or exception-based transactions.
• Collaborate with business unit and department leaders to validate coding, resolve discrepancies, and confirm approval flows.
• Take the lead on vendor issue resolution, including follow-ups on missing or disputed items.
• Analyze AP data to help identify recurring issues, process gaps, or opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Complete monthly reconciliations of vendor statements and AP subledgers, and investigate any variances.
• Review and verify employee expense reports, including escalations or out-of-policy submissions.
• Ensure timely vendor payments in alignment with internal controls, company policies, and contracts.
• Support month-end close by preparing relevant documentation and summaries of AP activity.
• Help support the onboarding or training of newer AP team members when needed.
• Maintain the confidentiality of financial and employee information at all times.
• Performs other related duties, including ad-hoc tasks or finance projects, as assigned to support team objectives, departmental needs, and overall organizational priorities.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Analytical mindset

Ability to handle pressure

Formation

Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance

Outils

Sage Intacct

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Excel

Description du poste

Versaterm in Ottawa, ON, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage day-to-day AP processing with added scope and independence, ensuring accurate financial data and timely vendor payments in a fast-paced public safety software business.

You will resolve complex vendor issues, perform monthly reconciliations, review employee expenses, and support month-end close, while helping onboard new team members; a Canadian security clearance is required.