Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Coquitlam, BC | Full-Time, Permanent | $65,000–$70,000

Burke Recruiting is partnering with a well-established and growing organization in Coquitlam to recruit an experienced  Accounts Payable Specialist  for its corporate finance team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on, high-volume accounts payable work and is looking for a stable, long-term position with a supportive leadership team.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative accounting department and report to the Senior Manager, Accounting & Finance. The immediate focus will be on managing day-to-day accounts payable, with opportunities to take on broader accounting responsibilities over time as the individual becomes established in the role.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage high-volume accounts payable processing for multiple locations

Review, code and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently

Match invoices to supporting documentation and approvals

Prepare cheque runs, EFTs and other vendor payments

Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies

Respond to vendor inquiries and work with internal departments to resolve issues

Process employee expense reports and credit card transactions

Complete credit card and account reconciliations

Assist with accounts receivable and billing as required

Prepare and post journal entries

Assist with month-end accounting activities and reconciliations

Maintain accurate vendor records and payment terms

Support audit requests and provide supporting documentation

Assist with accounting projects and other duties as required

What We’re Looking For

Approximately 3+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable or accounting experience

Experience working in a high-volume A/P environment

Strong vendor reconciliation and problem-solving skills

Good understanding of general accounting principles

Strong Excel skills

Comfortable learning new accounting and ERP systems

Experience with Sage or similar accounting software is an asset

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Organized and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines

Dependable, consistent and comfortable working independently

Professional communication skills

Someone looking for a stable, long-term opportunity and who enjoys being part of a team

Compensation & Benefits

$65,000–$68,000 , depending on experience

3 weeks’ vacation

Extended health and dental benefits

Long-term disability coverage

Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Benefits commence after 90 days

Supportive leadership and mentorship

Opportunity to take on broader accounting responsibilities over time

Convenient  Coquitlam corporate office location

Full-time, permanent position

Monday to Friday, fully onsite

Why This Opportunity?
This company offers a strong team environment, stability and the opportunity to build on your accounting skills over time.

The organization is also actively involved in supporting children and families in the community, making it a great fit for someone who values working for a company with a strong local presence and community focus.