Accounts Payable Specialist

**Who is RTS**:
Recycle Track Systems (RTS) was developed with a desire to do better. We are committed to evolving and challenging the waste industry to be better stewards of the environment. We utilize technology, data analytics, sustainability expertise, and operational excellence to help people and businesses incorporate sustainability into their daily routines. Our passion for sustainability and innovation allows for us to guide businesses to a future of reaching a goal of zero waste.

Our technology platform utilizes sensors, GPS tracking, and highly engaged partner haulers to provide waste management and recycling services and track materials from their source to recycling and composting facilities. Our sustainability experts analyze the data generated by the platform to help our customers make tangible improvements to their waste management and recycling efforts. Ultimately, we are innovating to treat waste as a component material for other products in the circular economy so that as little as possible is deposited into landfills or incinerators.

**What we need**:
As an Accounts Payable Specialist at RTS, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining vendor relationships. Your primary focus will be on reviewing and processing vendor invoices and payments, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting best practices.

**The position is based in the Richmond, BC Headquarters and is considered hybrid and requires a blend of work from home and in office.**

**This position can also be remote if you are outside the lower mainland.**

**What People say about You**:
You are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive. With strong problem-solving and communication skills, you work efficiently to manage tasks, resolve issues, and maintain positive relationships. You take ownership of your work and ensure accuracy and compliance in all processes.

**What you will be doing**:

- Oversee the processing of vendor invoices monthly by reviewing internal reports and hauler aging’s
- Investigate past due balances and resolve with the hauler expeditiously
- Consistent review to monitor the payables accounts, verify discrepancies and resolve invoice issues
- Investigate circumstances of non-payment; negotiate and resolve conflicts
- Ensure timely processing of payments and refunds to and from vendors
- Record payments activity to ensure timely reconciliation of internal accounts
- Work collaboratively with other teams, Operations, Procurement, Business Compliance and Billing, on missing invoices or payment queries to ensure RTS can provide the ultimate service to the customer
- Suggest new strategies to finance and tech to continually improve processes within the AP team
- Participate in ad-hoc accounting and finance projects

**Is this you?**
- Must Have” Skills/Experience:_
- 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
- Strong proficiency in Accounting Systems/ERP and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer service mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, maintain a professional and positive attitude, and set an example for others
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to change
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail, accuracy in execution, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure with mínimal supervision
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- “Nice to Have” Skills/Experience:_
- Post-Secondary degree/diploma an asset

**Why join RTS**:
We offer it all. For team members that live in the Metro Vancouver area, we offer a hybrid model so you can mix up your week between your home office and mingling with colleagues at our head office. Not only do we have a cool, LEED Gold office that is dog friendly, we offer some pretty sweet perks too. By the end of year one, you will be eligible for a Health Spending Account and access to our Wellness Fund. We also offer extended health and dental benefits after 90 days.

**What to Expect**:
We believe the recruiting process is a two-way street, this isn’t just about us getting to know you. We encourage you to ask questions about the company, work culture and the role. As you interview with RTS, we hope the growth and challenge excites you.
- You will chat with our talent acquisition team.
- Meet with the hiring manager and potential team.
- Meet with one of our leaders and learn more about your career at RTS.

RTS is an equal opportunity employer who embraces and values diversity in age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and physical/mental ability. RTS’ team members are encouraged to be their whole authentic selves. People of diverse backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.

**The pay range for this role is**:
50,000 - 57,000 CAD per year(Canada)