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About the Role
METTKO is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Coordinator to join our Accounting team.
This role is responsible for the day-to-day administration of accounts payable across our construction projects and corporate operations. You will work closely with our accounting and project teams to ensure invoices are properly coded, approved, recorded and paid accurately and on time.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment, takes ownership of their work, and understands that accurate and timely accounting depends on getting the details right.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day accounts payable process for construction projects and corporate expenses.
- Receive, review, code and enter supplier and subcontractor invoices.
- Match invoices to purchase orders, subcontracts, change orders, delivery documentation and other supporting records, as applicable.
- Obtain and track appropriate invoice and payment approvals.
- Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, applicable taxes and proper project and cost-code allocation.
- Prepare and process supplier and subcontractor payments in accordance with established payment cycles.
- Maintain accurate vendor and subcontractor records within the accounting system.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies, duplicate invoices, missing invoices and outstanding balances.
- Respond to supplier and subcontractor inquiries regarding invoices and payment status.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and project teams to resolve invoice, coding and approval issues.
- Assist with subcontractor documentation, statutory declarations, WSIB clearance certificates, insurance documentation and other payment-related requirements, where applicable.
- Assist with construction holdback tracking and release documentation.
- Process employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
- Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Maintain organized electronic accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with month-end accounts payable procedures, reconciliations and reporting.
- Support the Accounting team with other accounting and administrative functions as required.
Education & Qualifications
- College diploma or post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
- 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience. Construction industry experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience working with construction invoices, subcontractors, purchase orders, job costing and cost codes is an asset.
- Experience with Jonas or similar construction accounting software is an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Good understanding of HST and basic accounting principles.
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage a high volume of invoices and competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to identify discrepancies, follow through on outstanding items and resolve problems independently.
- Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.
Why Join METTKO?
METTKO is an established Canadian construction company with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and a diverse portfolio of projects.
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Minimum three weeks of vacation to start
- Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility
- Challenging and rewarding work within a collaborative construction environment
At METTKO, you will work directly with experienced construction and accounting professionals and gain exposure to the financial side of a diverse range of projects.
If you are organized, dependable, detail-oriented and enjoy taking ownership of your work, we would like to hear from you.
