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Accounts Payable Specialist Construction - Builder Location in office North York Onsite Experience with contract management or long-term payables Summary The Accounts Payable Specialist is a mid-level role, responsible for the full-cycle management of vendor invoices, payments, and AP-related compliance. This position is ideal for candidates with strong experience in accounts payable, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work proactively and independently. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, solutions-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of key AP processes. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with the Controller, project teams, and external suppliers to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant AP operations across the organization. Responsibilities Accounts Payable Management: Manage the full AP cycle, including receipt, verification, coding, and processing of vendor invoices. Ensure all invoices align with contracts, purchase orders, and supporting documentation; investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Maintain and enforce compliance requirements with subcontractors and vendors (e.g., WSIB, Insurance, Statutory Declarations). Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, including EFTs, cheques, and other disbursements, ensuring accuracy and approval compliance. Reconcile vendor statements and maintain up-to-date, accurate AP aging reports. Vendor and Subtrade Relations: Act as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, ensuring prompt and professional communication. Build and maintain positive supplier relationships to support smooth operations and timely resolution of issues. Work collaboratively with project managers to ensure accurate cost coding and allocation. General Accounting Assistance: File and maintain accounting documentation, both electronically and physically. Support accounting team with ad-hoc administrative tasks and other projects as needed. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the Controller, AR team, and project departments to ensure coordinated financial operations. Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support timely and accurate AP processing. Requirements: 3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting role. Strong understanding of the full AP cycle, vendor management, and invoice workflow. Experience in the construction industry is an asset. High level of accuracy, organizational ability, and attention to detail. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel). Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This is currently for an active job opportunity. By applying, you will be part of our trusted network, ensuring our recruiters can match you with suitable roles. Let us help you take the next step in your career journey. A.I. may be used in the recruitment and selection process.

What you’ll do

The role is responsible for the full-cycle management of vendor invoices, payments, and AP compliance, including the execution of weekly payment runs. The specialist will collaborate with project teams and the Controller to ensure accurate cost coding and maintain positive supplier relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 3 years of experience in accounts payable and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Experience within the construction industry is considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Full-cycle Accounts Payable
• Vendor Management
• Contract Management
• Invoice Processing
• Payment Runs
• Account Reconciliation
• Cost Coding
• Compliance Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting Software
• Communication Skills
• Attention To Detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Construction
• Administrative