Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-focused Accounts Payable Specialist to join a reputable financial services firm’s Finance Operations team on a 12-month contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for an early-career accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment where precision and efficiency are critical. The role offers a hybrid work model based in Toronto, ON, requiring onsite presence from Tuesday to Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage processing of a large number of invoices, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and entered timely into the accounting system.
• Organize and coordinate vendor payments by maintaining clear and efficient payment schedules to support financial operations.
• Review and reconcile employee expense reports to ensure adherence to company policies and resolve any discrepancies.
• Accurately perform payment processing and data entry, utilizing Excel extensively throughout the workday.
• Assist with broker disbursement payments and reconciliation tasks as expertise grows within the role.

Skills and Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience, or up to 3 years for recent graduates with relevant background.
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, sorting, filtering, and reconciliation functions.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Payable workflows and accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to handle high-volume transactional tasks accurately.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management capabilities enabling independent work and timely completion of duties.
• Background or experience in financial services, banking, or real estate is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Location: Toronto, ON, Hybrid work schedule (Tuesday to Thursday onsite, Monday and Friday remote).
• Contract Length: 12 months.
• Language Requirement: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills mandatory.
• Background Checks Required: Criminal background, credit check, two professional references, and employment verification.

Why Join This Team?

• Become part of a collaborative finance team emphasizing accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Gain valuable experience working within an established financial services corporation.
• Enhance Excel proficiency and deepen Accounts Payable skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Opportunities for expanding financial operations responsibilities as you demonstrate success.
• A hybrid work environment that supports both in-person collaboration and remote flexibility.