Accounts Payable Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, encompassing invoice receipt, review, coding, posting, approval follow-up, and payment processing.

• Execute vendor payments via banking portals, ensuring that payments are accurate, approved, and processed on time.

• Administer employee expense reimbursements through Concur and assist with the management and reconciliation of corporate credit cards.

• Maintain vendor records and address issues related to invoices, payments, and approvals.

• Support the month-end close process by preparing AP-related journal entries, lead sheets, account reconciliations, and relevant schedules.

• Prepare expense accruals and investigate any unexpected discrepancies or changes.

• Contribute to short-term cash forecasting efforts.

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close requirements, as well as auditor documentation.

• Identify and enhance manual or inefficient accounts payable processes.

• Optimize finance workflows by leveraging technology, automation, and AI tools.

• Engage with Finance and business teams regarding invoices, approvals, accruals, and payments.

• Provide support for additional accounting and finance tasks as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting position.

• Direct ownership of the accounts payable process.

• Proficient in full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice posting and payment processing.

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline; Accounting is preferred.

• Strong grasp of accrual accounting and sound accounting judgment during month-end.

• Experience with accruals, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including proficiency in PivotTables and XLOOKUP.

• Exceptional attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely processing.

• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment.

• Proactive ownership mentality and capability to resolve issues independently.

• Strong communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.

• Willingness to work on an Eastern Time schedule, including occasional evening hours during month-end.

• Availability for occasional weekend work during peak quarter-end closing periods.

• Familiarity with Sage Intacct is a desirable asset.

• Experience in an accounting firm and/or pursuit of a CPA designation is a plus.

• Background in software or SaaS environments is advantageous.

• Interest in AI and automation within finance roles is considered a bonus.

• Must provide valid employment documentation demonstrating immediate eligibility to work in Canada.

• Sylogist does not provide sponsorships.

🏝️ Benefits

• Healthy work-life balance.

• Comprehensive benefits covering health, wealth, and wellness.

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Engaging work environment with meaningful impact.