Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

• Location: Richmond, BC
• Department: Finance & Administration
• Salary: $50,000–$60,000 per year
• Schedule: Hybrid - first 3 months fully in office; after training, 3 days in office / 2 days remote

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a dynamic finance team in Richmond, BC. This is a stable, long-term opportunity for someone who has strong hands-on Accounts Payable experience and is comfortable taking ownership of a busy AP function.

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing a high volume of supplier invoices, completing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and supporting month-end activities. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, and comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process approximately 50 supplier invoices per day accurately and efficiently.
• Enter, review, verify, and properly code vendor invoices.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies and follow up with internal departments and suppliers as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including Sales and Logistics, to resolve billing and invoice-related issues.
• Process freight and other vendor-related invoices.
• Review vendor commercial invoices and verify pricing and charges.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding or unusual items.
• Complete in-transit reconciliations and other account reconciliations.
• Assist with the payment process, including EFTs, cheques, and wire transfers.
• Support month-end closing activities, including accruals, journal entries, and adjustments.
• Prepare documentation and supporting schedules for audits.
• Maintain and update foreign exchange rates as required.
• Perform calculations and reconciliations related to Accounts Payable.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with general accounting and administrative activities as required.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable when needed.
• Identify discrepancies or unusual transactions and take the initiative to investigate them rather than simply processing them.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Accounts Payable experience, with additional experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of the full Accounts Payable cycle and related accounting processes.
• Experience working in a high-volume AP environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Experience using an ERP system; experience with SAP S/4HANA is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures while using sound judgment when investigating discrepancies.
• Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance environment.
• Candidates from a variety of industries will be considered.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Is naturally curious and comfortable asking questions.
• Takes initiative and investigates issues when something does not appear correct.
• Is analytical, thorough, and detail-oriented.
• Takes ownership of their responsibilities.
• Works well independently while being a strong team contributor.
• Has a positive and professional approach.
• Knows when to seek clarification or assistance.
• Is interested in a stable, long-term position rather than short-term or contract work.

Interested candidates are invited to send their resumes directly to sfernandez@fuzehr.com

This posting reflects an active vacancy.

We use applicant tracking software and technology-assisted tools to support the screening and management of applications; all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to application volume, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.