Accounts Payable Specialist

Final date to receive applications:
August 3rd, 2026

Position:
Accounts Payable Specialist

Employment Type:

Permanent

• Finance Operations Level 15:
  Salaries typically range from $65,172 to $86,898 annually, based on qualifications and experience plus a performance‑based incentive.

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of two in‑office days per week, increasing to three days per week in September 2026 (subject to change).
• This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa.
• Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.

• Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work‑life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
• Work‑Life Balance: hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Fridays & no meeting Fridays.
• Professional Development: continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
• Inclusive Culture: diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths & backgrounds.
• Wellness Programs: access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs.
• Community Engagement: volunteer opportunities and social responsibility programs.

The Accounts Payable (AP) team is dedicated to ensuring that all vendors are paid promptly in accordance with contractual obligations, while also facilitating timely employee reimbursements that align with company policy. We manage and update essential reimbursement policies related to travel, gifts, hospitality, rewards, and events. As the go‑to experts, we provide guidance on the standards and offer consistent support for unique scenarios.

We are excited to invite a new member to our AP team within the Payment Management & Operations group. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining financial accuracy and ensuring timely payments, both of which are crucial for our organization’s overall success.

Effectively managing accounts payable operations is essential for streamlining our payment processes and fostering positive relationships with our vendors and internal teams.

• Processing Payments:
  Efficiently handle a high volume of external vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and customer payments, ensuring adherence to service level agreements.
• Reviewing Requests:
  Validate all incoming payment requests to ensure compliance with policies and delegated authority levels. This includes confirming that appropriate, accurate, and complete coding is provided, as well as validating all supporting documentation.
• Exercising Judgment:
  Apply sound judgment and discretion to assess the validity and appropriateness of each payment processed.
• Journal Entries and Reconciliation:
  Create journal entries to record a variety of transactions, reconcile bank and internal suspense accounts, and prepare reconciliation documents for review and approval.
• Customer Service:
  Handle and resolve client inquiries and concerns while ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Attention to Detail:
  Perform all tasks with a strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance or a combination of a college diploma and relevant work experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 1 to 2 years in finance operations and/or accounting or other related experience.
• Basic knowledge of banking and cash flow management and accounting principles.