Accounts Payable Specialist (Maple Ridge, BC)

at  Terra Insights

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Economics, business or a related field. Interest in continuing education and working towards an accounting designation would be ideal.
• 3+ years of professional work experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role, ideally in a manufacturing environment; a combination of education and experience will be considered.

ABOUT THE ROLE – ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, FP & A) MAPLE RIDGE BC

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist with the Orica Digital Solutions team. This role, reporting to the Lead – Financial Controlling, is responsible for processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices and managing all aspects of the accounts payable function. The successful candidate will ensure that vendor payments are made accurately and on time, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Process and verify vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors, following up on overdue invoices and reconciling any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records, including filing and updating vendor documentation.
• Prepare and process payment runs, including electronic payments, checks, and bank transfers.
• Collaborate with the procurement and receiving department to resolve any discrepancies in purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoices.
• Monitor and manage the accounts payable aging report to ensure prompt payments and maintain good vendor relations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all payables are recorded accurately.
• Prepare and submit reports related to accounts payable activities as required by management.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the accounts payable function.
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws for vendors around the world, including VAT/GST and withholding tax.
• Conduct a monthly reconciliation of prepaid accounts to ensure accurate recording, proper classification, and timely recognition of expenses.
• Assist procurement in completing vendor onboarding documentation.
• Other duties assigned by the manager