Accounts Payable Specialist - Jobs in Nisku, Alberta

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Accounts Payable SpecialistFinanceamp; AccountingPermanent Full TimeNisku, Alberta ​​​Work with people who treat you like friends.Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others.About us:Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.DESCRIPTIONThe Accounts Payable Specialist plays a crucial role in the Finance department by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports. This position is responsible for managing vendor relationships, maintaining records, reconciling accounts, and supporting the overall financial operations of the company. The Accounts Payable Specialist works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. This position will be based out of our Canadian Head Office located in Nisku, AB.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Receive, review and processes invoices from vendors, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and process payments to vendors including checks, wires, and other forms of payments.
• Maintain records of payment transactions including documentation and authorizations.
• Assist with creating and updating A/P procedures for all processes within the department.
• Reconciles payments with vendor statements and resolves any discrepancy.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors, responding to inquiries and resolving payment related issues.
• Verify and maintain vendor information which may include collaborating with other departments to ensure vendor information is up to date and accurate.
• Process employee expense reports ensuring compliance, accuracy, completenessof company expense reporting procedures.
• Completes periodic reconciliation of accounts payable transactions with the general ledger.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures, providing timely and accurate reports.
• Identify opportunity for process improvements in AP [procedures and make recommended solutions to help streamline or enhance workflows.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor #39;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3-5 years of experience as an AP Specialist or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable principles, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

BENEFITSWe offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com**Please be aware! ** It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.usFormal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.Powered by JazzHR