Accounts Payable Technician - Freight

Reporting to the Group Leader of the department, the Accounts Payable technician plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate invoice posting through effective processes. The Specialist is also responsible for managing the expense report process in SAP Concur.

Key Responsibilities

Verify, code and match invoices and post into the ERP
Obtain all required invoice approval
Coordinate month-end close tasks including accruals, accounts reconciliations and preparation of AP aging report and related analysis
Foster strong relationships with Procurement and Operations departments to resolve invoice issues and get approval
Manage expense report process via SAP Concur ensuring it complies with internal policies and procedures
Support the Group Leader of Accounts Payable in projects oriented towards process improvements
Perform miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as defined

Candidate’s Profile

A bachelor’s in commerce, a college diploma in accounting (DEC) or equivalent experience
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge of the full cycle of accounts payable
Detailed-oriented
Great communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Previous experience with transportation or freight invoices and knowledge of the corresponding documentation (e.g. Bills Of Lading and Proof Of Delivery)
Experience with an ERP and demonstrate an ease to learn and adapt to new ERP environment
Experience with a transportation management system, preferrable OTM (an asset)
Experience with SAP Concur an asset
Proficiency with MS Office suite, including advanced skills in Excel
Bilingual in French and English