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Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist

Cooledge Lighting

Cooledge Lighting

Accounting & Finance
Richmond, BC, Canada
Posted on Feb 26, 2025

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist

Richmond, BC

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist

Duration: 3-months, with possibility of extension

The Role

We’re seeking a highly organized and proactive Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist to support our finance team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and efficiency. This role requires strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach, ensuring seamless financial operations and exceptional service to both external vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and correct coding to GL accounts.
  • Ensure invoices are approved appropriately; direct any non-PO invoices through the appropriate approval chain
  • Follow up with internal teams on any discrepancies with purchase orders
  • Reconcile Corporate credit card statements, ensure receipts are provided on a timely basis
  • Validate and process employee expense reports, ensuring policy compliance.
  • Maintain vendor records, resolve discrepancies, and address inquiries professionally.

Assisting with Receivables (AR):

  • Support customer invoicing, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
  • Track incoming payments and assist in monitoring outstanding balances.
  • Help reconcile AR accounts, process adjustments, and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist with collections efforts in a professional and customer-focused manner.

Customer Service & Team Collaboration:

  • Provide excellent customer service to vendors, customers, and internal teams.
  • Work closely with other teams to ensure seamless intercompany transactions.
  • Communicate effectively to resolve discrepancies and maintain financial accuracy.

General Finance Support:

  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements.
  • Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience:

  • Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, with exposure to Accounts Receivable.
  • Experience with multi-entity and intercompany transactions is an asset.
  • Prior experience working in a contract role or fast-paced environment is beneficial.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, SAP).
  • Strong understanding of AP and AR principles, including invoice processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Knowledge of GST/PST tax compliance related to payables.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot discrepancies.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to problem-solve and think critically in financial transactions.
  • A customer-focused mindset, ensuring smooth financial interactions with vendors and internal teams.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay & flexible work hours.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Hybrid/remote work options.
Hands-on experience in finance and administration.
Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and efficiency.