Accounts Payable Technician - Freight

Recochem Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Recochem Inc. in Montreal seeks an Accounts Payable and Transportation Technician to ensure timely and accurate invoice posting through efficient processes.

You will handle high-volume AP, audit EDI/carrier invoices, and coordinate with vendors using the Oracle Transportation Management System. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in transportation/freight AP, knowledge of freight docs, rates, and fuel surcharges, and strong ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce or DEC in accounting.
• 3+ years in transportation/freight or manufacturing AP.
• Experience with transportation invoices and related docs (BOL, POD).
• Familiarity with freight rates and fuel surcharge.
• Proficient in ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• High volume AP processing with multiple vendor assignments.
• Audit EDI and carrier portal invoices and ensure billing rates and accessorial fees are aligned to contract pricing in Oracle Transportation Management System.
• Work directly with vendors to manage end-to-end invoicing and timely processing; trouble-shoot EDI invoice submittals with vendors, and train vendors to use portal as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Vendor management

Communication skills

ERP systems

Transportation/OTM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Commerce

DEC in Accounting

Tools

Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

ERP software

Job description

Accounts Payable and Transportation Technician

Reporting to the Manager, the Accounts Payable Technician plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate invoice posting through effective processes.

Key Responsibilities

• High volume AP processing with multiple vendor assignments
• Audit EDI and carrier portal invoices and ensure billing rates and accessorial fees are aligned to contract pricing in Oracle Transportation Management System
• Work directly with vendors to manage end-to-end invoicing and timely processing; trouble-shoot EDI invoice submittals with vendors, and train vendors to use portal as needed.
• Verify, code and match invoices (outside OTM) and post into the ERP
• Verify that transactions comply with company policies and procedures.
• Investigate and reconcile invoice discrepancies directly with vendors and other internal departments to manage AP process and minimize aging balances.
• Support the Group Leader of Accounts Payable in projects oriented towards process improvements
• Perform miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as defined

Candidate’s Profile

• A bachelor’s in commerce, a college diploma in accounting (DEC) or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation/freight, manufacturing, or industrial organization, with a strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and systems.
• Previous experience with transportation or freight invoices and knowledge of the corresponding documentation (e.g. Bills Of Lading and Proof Of Delivery)
• Understanding of freight rates and fuel surcharge
• Experience with a transportation management system (TMS), preferrable OTM (asset)
• Organized and efficient to meet deadlines and other requirements
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with an ERP and demonstrate an ease to learn and adapt to new ERP environment
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written