Payment Specialist

Our team has a 12-month contract opening for a Payment Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintains Purchase requests (PR) in the system.

• Maintain, record and update PO and related PO tracking files.

• Assist in invoicing functions: document management, receipt and acceptance of invoices.

• Ensure amounts paid are accurate and that all information on invoices is correct according to good accepted/services delivered.

• Responsible to submit all received invoices to Accounts Payable team.

• Point of contact with Vendor for Account Payable team.

• Deliver in-depth analysis of key payment drivers, variances, diagnose root causes of cross-functional issues, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance billing and payment efficiency.

• Analyze department procedures to identify opportunities for streamlining processes.

• Proactively escalate payment-related operational issues, collaborating with relevant departments to facilitate resolution and ensure timely, accurate payments.

• Monitor all vendor payment agreements. Reconcile vendor statements, research and analyze discrepancies and correct them.

• Conduct thorough audits and process with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Office admin document filing and updating to support financial reports.

What you'll bring to the team:

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Business Administration, financial, or relevant discipline.

• 2+ years of relevant experience in office administration.

• Strong English communication skills.

• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Demonstrated organization and time-management skills.

• Strong knowledge of financial procedures and practices.

• Keen attention to details.

• Resourceful and flexible.