Our client is looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their wholesale distribution company in Burnaby, British Columbia on a Long-term Contract basis. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment and can manage a steady volume of payable transactions with accuracy and care. The successful candidate will support day-to-day invoice processing, reconcile purchasing and receiving details, and help ensure supplier payments are completed on schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of accounts payable transactions each month, including vendor invoices and intercompany entries, with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.

• Review incoming invoices, confirm supporting details, and match costs to receiving records and purchase information before entry.

• Investigate discrepancies by comparing invoices against order documentation and resolving issues with the appropriate internal teams.

• Enter payable information into the accounting system and maintain complete, organized records for audit and reporting purposes.

• Prepare and assist with scheduled payment runs twice per month, ensuring payments are submitted correctly through the banking platform.

• Code invoices to the appropriate accounts and verify that inventory- and freight-related charges are recorded properly.

• Monitor the shared accounts payable inbox and prioritize items based on payment timelines and operational needs.

• Work closely with colleagues across the business to support smooth transaction flow and address vendor or documentation questions as they arise.

• 2–3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience in a high-volume processing environment.
• Solid understanding of core AP procedures, including invoice coding, matching, data entry, and payment processing.
• Experience using Adagio or similar accounting software, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reviewing, organizing, and validating financial information.
• Background supporting inventory-based or distribution-focused operations is strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to ask questions when clarification is needed.

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