Accounts Payable Associate

Position Summary The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for providing day-to-day processing of high-volume vendor billings and ensuring that all invoices are accurately processed, reviewed, and mailed within the established deadlines.

Specific Accountabilities

Acts as the main contact in the accounts payable department regarding processes and issues. Coordinates the processing of transactions. Ensures company policies/procedures, accounting principles and tax requirements are adhered to. Processes payments in an efficient, cost- effective manner. Responds to inquiries from vendors looking for payment or resolve problems and questions regarding the payment process. Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services. Prepare batches of invoices for data entry. Reconcile vendor statements. Manage the weekly cheque run. Prepare and provide cheque run totals. Prepare and match vendor cheques for mailing. Write up requisitions for manual cheques and prepare for printing. Prepare letters and maintain collection of A/P credits past 90 days. Maintain vendor listing including maintaining vendor files and file numbers. Process orders, cancellations, and bill statements for gas cards.

QualificationsEducation & Work Experience This job requires a college diploma in accounting and a minimum of 2 years Accounts Payable experience.

Competencies and Skills

Detail oriented individual Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Strong organization and time management skills to ensure scheduled deadlines Intermediate level experience in PC applications, such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong computer and mathematics skills Excellent interpersonal skills to deal tactfully with staff, suppliers and banks