Accounts Payable Specialist

5 months ago


Vaughan, Canada The Forest Group Full time

**Accounts Payable Specialist**

Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, **The Forest Group** is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 25 years.

We are currently looking for a full time **Accounts Payable Specialist** to join our growing team

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

**_Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for the following:_**
- Receive, review, and process incoming invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
- Match invoices with purchase orders and packing slips to verify receipt of goods or services.
- Prepare and process weekly or monthly payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and ACH payments.
- Monitor payment deadlines and take advantage of early payment discounts when applicable.
- Communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and issue resolution.
- Cultivate positive relationships with vendors to ensure smooth transactions and timely payments.
- Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Reconcile credit card statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions.
- Assist in month-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to accounts payable.
- Generate and analyze accounts payable reports to support financial reporting requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Jonas) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

**_Why join The Forest Group?_**
- We offer a competitive salary with the potential for a performance-based bonus.
- We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
- We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
- Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
- A strong company culture and work life balance.

The Forest Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.
- We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._



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