We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a retail apparel and accessories organization in Burnaby, British Columbia on a contract basis with the potential for permanent employment. This position begins as a 3-month assignment with the possibility of extension or permanent employment, and follows a hybrid schedule with three days in the office each week, with additional onsite time expected during the first week. The successful candidate will support high-volume invoice processing, handle account reconciliations, and work closely with internal contacts and vendors to keep payment activities accurate and up to date.

Responsibilities:
• Process a large volume of vendor invoices accurately and within established timelines.
• Obtain payment approvals from the appropriate internal stakeholders before finalizing transactions.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure accounts remain current.
• Respond to supplier questions and resolve invoice or payment-related issues in a timely and courteous manner.
• Maintain organized vendor records and update account details as needed for accuracy.
• Perform reconciliations related to bank activity, cash, employee expenses, and corporate card transactions.
• Code invoices to the correct cost centres and enter financial data accurately into the system.
• Support the team as document workflows are organized through shared folders and SharePoint-based processes.
• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience, ideally within a retail environment.
• Hands-on experience processing invoices and managing vendor accounts in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including basic reconciliation work and common spreadsheet functions.
• Ability to complete account, expense, cash, bank, and credit card reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable performing data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow up effectively on outstanding items.
• Able to work collaboratively in a hybrid, open-office environment and communicate well with internal teams and external vendors.

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