Accounts Payable Specialist

Company Overview

Serruya Private Equity (SPE) is a global investment firm dedicated to creating value through strategic acquisitions and operational growth. With a focus on innovation and long-term success, we invest in high-potential businesses across various sectors, leveraging our expertise to drive transformation and deliver superior returns. Our team works closely with management to unlock potential, ensuring sustainable growth and lasting impact.

Job Description

We are seeking for an experienced, reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist responsible for managing the company's payment to vendors and suppliers. This intermediate role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and ready to take ownership of key accounting processes, with good communication skills. This role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager and work closely with all Finance Team members, Operations, and Vendors, to support accurate financial operations in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Full cycle AP including but not limited to invoice processing, matching invoices with PO and goods receipts or evidence of services, and ensure the compliance to the company policies and procedures.
• Liaison with internal departments for 3-way match and invoice approval as required.
• Record the verified invoice in the company's ERP system timely and accurately with required supporting documentation uploaded.
• Perform bank, credit card, vendor statement reconciliations.
• Address invoice discrepancies directly with vendors and follow up with vendors on missing information or documentation to resolve issues/ discrepancies proactively.
• Assist the AP team and Finance team to meet month-end process requirements and deadlines.
• Monitor closely on due invoices and ensure payments are prepared timely, including cheque printing and mailing, ACH/EFT, and wire payments.
• Perform additional ad-hoc tasks as required based on departmental needs.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and assist with year-end audit requirements.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Support system testing and enhancement efforts to ensure the effectiveness and functionality of accounting system.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of full-cycle accounts payable experience
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel (including VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, SAP, or similar)
• Strong understanding of Canadian payment processes, tax codes (e.g., HST), and invoice compliance
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle high volumes of transactions
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities to resolve discrepancies
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of managing responsibilities with minimal supervision
• A high level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability
• Strong logical thinking, organization skills, and ability to handle complex tasks with a focus on detail

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources department at . We will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Markham, ON L3R 8V2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• What is your desired salary? (Please provide a range)
• Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
• Will you now or in the future require immigration sponsorship for an employment visa or work permit status?

Experience:

• Accounts payable: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person