Junior Accounts Payable Specialist

Original job posting

The role involves processing vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments while ensuring all supporting documentation is approved. Key duties include reconciling corporate credit cards, resolving vendor discrepancies, and supporting month-end financial activities.

Job details

A leading organization in the construction and project services industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its finance team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records while supporting day-to-day business operations. About The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in managing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely payment processing, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting the overall accuracy of financial records. What You'll Do Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, and other payment-related transactions accurately and efficiently. Review supporting documentation to ensure approvals are in place before payments are processed. Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with internal policies. Process payments on schedule while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures. Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and vendor statements. Monitor outstanding payables and assist in resolving aging balances. Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries. Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end activities. Provide general administrative support to the finance team as needed. Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure smooth financial operations. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Two to three years of experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting support role. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience using ERP or accounting software. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines. Why Join This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and growing organization where your contributions will directly support the success of the finance team. You'll have the opportunity to expand your accounting expertise, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to process improvements within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you’ll do

The role involves processing vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments while ensuring all supporting documentation is approved. Key duties include reconciling corporate credit cards, resolving vendor discrepancies, and supporting month-end financial activities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with two to three years of experience in accounts payable. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP or accounting software are required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Financial Reconciliation · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounts Payable
• Invoice Processing
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP Software
• Financial Reconciliation
• Vendor Management
• Data Accuracy
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Month-end Closing

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Construction
• Administrative