Accounts Payable Specialist: Precision & Efficiency

EnergyLink Corp; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergyLink International is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the day-to-day AP cycle, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and vendors are paid on time. You will maintain records and support internal controls within a fast-paced finance team.

The role reports to the Junior Controller and offers growth within the financial profession, with opportunities to optimize AP processes and collaborate across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is an asset.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and AP processes.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process, review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders, receiving docs, contracts, and approvals.
• Perform two-way and three-way invoice matching and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and process scheduled vendor payments by ACH, EFT, cheque, wire, or other methods.
• Monitor payment due dates and apply early-payment discounts when possible.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding or disputed balances.
• Respond professionally to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoices and balances.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including banking and tax information.
• Monitor the AP inbox and ensure invoices are processed promptly.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical AP records.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting docs.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Follow company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

EnergyLink International is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the day-to-day AP cycle, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and vendors are paid on time. You will maintain records and support internal controls within a fast-paced finance team.

The role reports to the Junior Controller and offers growth within the financial profession, with opportunities to optimize AP processes and collaborate across the finance function.