Accounts Payable Specialist (1 Year Contract)

DP World•Burnaby, BC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

DP World (Canada) Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a 1-year contract position. This role is responsible for completing end-to-end accounts payable operations, maintaining accurate financial records, administering vendor management processes, supporting financial reporting, contributing to month-end and audit activities, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. The company fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to diversity characteristics. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and obtain Transport Canada Security Clearance.

Requirements

Post-secondary training in accounting or finance.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable.
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a high volume setting.
Exceptional computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software.
Possess knowledge of accounts payable and the accounting cycle.
A willingness to take initiative to solve problems and a desire to identify process improvements.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clear and concise information in an accurate and informative manner.
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with your team and other departments.
Fluent in English.
Previous Canadian work experience or experience working directly with Canadian industries.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Must successfully obtain Transport Canada Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle, and Maximo systems are assets.

Responsibilities

Complete End-to-End Accounts Payable Operations including invoice processing, payment administration, expense reporting, and credit card reconciliations while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.
Maintain Accurate Financial Records and Reconciliations by reconciling vendor accounts, subledgers, and general ledger balances, and resolving discrepancies to ensure financial integrity.
Administer Vendor Management Processes including vendor onboarding, master data maintenance, and resolution of vendor inquiries while ensuring compliance with internal controls and documentation requirements.
Support Financial Reporting and Analysis through preparation of accounts payable reports, schedules, reconciliations, and analytical insights to support business decision-making.
Contribute to Month-End, Year-End, and Audit Activities by preparing accruals, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and audit schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Ensure Compliance and Strengthen Internal Controls by adhering to company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
Drive Process Improvement and Systems Enhancement Initiatives by supporting automation projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and controls.