Accounts Payable Coordinator - Accounting

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable Coordinator to join our finance team in a multi-entity manufacturing and construction environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments involving multiple currencies in a computerized and automated settings.<br><br> <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Responsible for timely and accurate processing of high-volume vendor invoices for multiple entities in a paperless working environment using AP automation tools-RPA, OCR. </li><li>Review and process subcontractor/installers billing, manage and reconcile progress billing and holdbacks in coordination with project managers and subcontractors/installers. </li><li>Ensuring all required supporting documentation and approval is in place prior to payable processing and escalating issues accordingly. </li><li>Process payments using multi types of payment methods (EFT, ACH, Wires, Bill Payments, Credit Cards, Checks) and with different currencies in multiple entities settings. </li><li>Responsible for month end close processes ensuring timelines are met for invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, and reporting. </li><li>Laise with internal departments and vendors to resolve disputes and discrepancies. </li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, comply with various government regulations, tax laws and financial reporting standards. </li><li>Other job-related duties/special projects and support activities as required <br><br></li></ul><strong>Other Duties<br><br></strong>Identify inefficiencies in AP workflow and suggest and support a culture of continuous improvement and assist in implementing these improvements.<br><br><ul><li>Assists in audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries. </li><li>Update and reconcile various accounts payable reports as required. </li><li>Aid in the maintenance of AP filing systems. <br><br></li></ul> <br><br><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Post secondary education in accounting </li><li>2+ years of experience in accounts payable preferably in manufacturing and/or construction industry </li><li>Excellent attention to detail, good time management and ability to meet deadlines </li><li>Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to work independently and in a team setting. </li><li>Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Windows, accounting and automation software and tools <br><br></li></ul>Compensation<strong>:</strong> $55,000 - $60,000 annually, based on the successful candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

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