Accounts Payable Specialist

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Toronto, ON, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Processes and reconciles accounts payable for product and non-product vendors, including invoice validation, coding, payment runs, expense claims, vendor inquiries, discrepancy resolution, reporting, and month-end close support. The role also supports audits, internal controls, compliance reviews, and process improvements while collaborating with procurement, business leaders, and internal stakeholders. It requires strong accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, analytical ability, and experience handling large datasets in a fast-paced environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
Take your Career to the next Level with MEVOTECH. 
 
Join Our Team at Mevotech! 
 Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading North American aftermarket auto parts company?
Mevotech is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic team. 
About Us 
Mevotech is a trusted leader in the aftermarket auto parts industry, specializing in driveline, steering, and suspension parts. With over 40 years of experience, we're dedicated to engineering excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our commitment to employee wellness and engagement has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. 
Position Overview 
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our fast-paced finance team. In this role, you’ll oversee and support the timely processing of vendor payments, ensure workflow activities are completed accurately, and help maintain compliance with internal policies, procedures, and performance standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, collaborating across teams, and making a visible impact in a growing organization. Whether you’re actively exploring your next move or open to the right opportunity, this role offers the chance to grow your career with a respected industry leader.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable Processing
  • Coordinate and monitor accounts payable activities for Product and Non-Product vendor accounts, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing.
  • Review, validate, match, code, and process vendor invoices in accordance with company policies, procedures, and approval requirements.
  • Ensure proper account coding and expense allocation based on business unit, expense type, and cost classification.
  • Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including ACH, wire transfers, and cheque payments.
  • Review and process SAP Concur employee expense claims in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
  • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment exceptions, and transactional issues related to Product and Non-Product vendors.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Act as a  point of contact for Product and Non-Product vendors, procurement teams, and internal stakeholders regarding payment inquiries and outstanding issues.
  • Follow up on overdue approvals and collaborate with business unit leaders to expedite invoice processing.
  • Communicate payment status and escalate unresolved issues to management as required.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with established processes.
Reconciliations & Reporting
  • Reconcile accounts payable sub-ledgers for Product and Non-Product vendors to the general ledger.
  • Reconcile AP system interfaces between source systems and the ERP/financial system.
  • Prepare AP reconciliations, aging reports, payment reports, and other management reports as required.
  • Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reporting, and AP-related schedules.
  • Monitor vendor credit balances and ensure timely application or resolution.
Compliance & Internal Controls
  • Review AP documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure appropriate supporting documentation and approvals are obtained for all Product and Non-Product vendor transactions.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
  • Assist with internal control assessments and compliance reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Diploma or degree in accounting
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar role preferably from a complex manufacturing or warehouse environment
  • Working experience with Macros & SQL is an asset
  • Working experience with Snowflake & Power BI is an asset
  • Prior experience working with large datasets is an asset.
  • Strong accounting knowledge, including IFRS and APSE
  • Ability to respond to shifting priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal, team and partnering skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Must be proficient in MS Office including Word and Outlook with advanced skills in Excel
  • Must be able to handle sensitive information confidentially
  • Results oriented - ability to prioritize and consistently delivers on time with high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Position follows a hybrid work requirement, consisting of four (4) days onsite and one (1) day remote weekly. 
  • Primarily office-based with standard working hours; may require additional hours to meet project/work deadlines or address urgent matters.  
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.  
  • Minimal physical demands, primarily involving sitting, using a computer, and other office-related activities  

Skills Required

  • Diploma or degree in accounting
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar accounts payable role
  • Experience in a complex manufacturing or warehouse environment
  • Working experience with macros and SQL
  • Working experience with Snowflake and Power BI
  • Experience working with large datasets
  • Strong accounting knowledge, including IFRS and APSE
  • Ability to manage shifting priorities, multitask, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and partnering skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
  • Ability to prioritize work and consistently deliver accurate results on time
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work four days onsite and one day remotely each week
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The Company
HQ: North York
410 Employees
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

Mevotech is a North American leader in the automotive aftermarket industry, specializing in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of high-performance chassis, steering, suspension, driveline, and braking parts. Since 1982, the company has been dedicated to providing innovative products and advanced technology to help technicians make the best auto part decisions, ensuring superior product performance, engineering excellence, and industry-leading support for technicians across the continent.

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