AP Specialist

Aegion Corporation is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist for our ITL Montreal QC.

Aegion Corporation and its family of companies shield and protect the world's infrastructure from degradation and corrosion with a variety of technologies. Aegion's businesses comprise sewer, drinking water and energy and mining pipeline rehabilitation and corrosion protection for and strengthening of bridges, tunnels, buildings, waterfront, metal, and concrete structures. Our companies provide cost-effective solutions to remediate operational, health, regulatory and environmental problems resulting from aging and defective pipelines and infrastructure. For more information, visit www.aegion.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with all departments in processing accounts payable invoices and expense reports on a timely basis.

• Input invoice and payment details with accuracy.

• Prioritize invoices according to payment terms.

• Thoroughly review weekly cash requirement reports.

• Create payment groups, reconcile to cash requirements lists, and cut checks each week.

• Field communications from and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, administrators, controllers, and other employees.

• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.

• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in the accounts payable function to increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely payments to vendors.

• Handle ad hoc tasks and projects related to accounts payable as assigned by management.

• Perform other administrative duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field is an asset

• Minimum of 3 or more years of experience in accounts payable.

• Bilingual (French and English), proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.

• Strong PC skills with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet applications.

• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) is an asset.

• Understanding of accounting principles and practices.

• Strong organizational and time management, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices and payments.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to reconcile and resolve discrepancies.

• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues in other departments.

• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Aegion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Aegion is firmly bound. Aegion will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with Aegion on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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