We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Elmira. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited to a detail-oriented finance candidate who enjoys accurate, high-volume transactional work and takes pride in supporting smooth vendor payment processes. The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative accounting team by managing invoices, reconciling balances, and helping maintain efficient month-end accounts payable activities.

Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices accurately in the accounts payable system, including coding entries and recording applicable vendor chargebacks.

• Support full-cycle accounts payable activities by assisting with invoice intake, verification, posting, and payment preparation.

• Compare vendor statements against internal records, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.

• Maintain organized and secure supplier documentation to ensure records are complete, accessible, and compliant.

• Coordinate monthly accounts payable close activities by monitoring invoice cut-offs, communicating timelines, and reconciling variances during month-end.

• Review invoices against contracts and purchase orders, follow up on mismatches, and work with vendors to obtain corrected documentation when required.

• Process employee expense claims and corporate card transactions with accurate coding and timely reimbursement or payment handling.

• Prepare and complete regular cheque and electronic payment runs for vendors and employees while meeting internal deadlines.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable workflows by reducing manual steps and increasing processing efficiency.

• Represent the finance team with consistency and a reliable approach in day-to-day interactions and work practices.

• At least 1 year of experience in an accounts payable or closely related finance support position.
• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly when reconciling balances and investigating discrepancies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment while remaining self-directed in daily tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is considered an asset.

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