Accounts Payable Specialist

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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 Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities for vendor accounts, ensuring invoices are accurately coded, approved, and processed in compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Prepare and execute weekly payment runs across multiple payment methods, including ACH, wire, and cheque, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness.

Serve as a key point of contact for vendors, procurement, and internal stakeholders to resolve payment inquiries, investigate discrepancies, and maintain strong business relationships.

Partner with business leaders and approvers to proactively follow up on outstanding invoices and expedite delayed approvals to support smooth payment cycles.

Review and process employee expense claims through SAP Concur, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate supporting documentation.

Ensure accurate account coding and expense allocation across business units, helping maintain the integrity of financial records and reporting.

Identify process inefficiencies, internal control gaps, and system issues, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Validate accounts payable documentation against purchase orders, invoices, and supporting records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper transaction accounting.

Support month-end close activities by preparing accruals, reconciliations, AP-related schedules, and other reporting required by the finance team.

Perform reconciliations between the account’s payable sub-ledger and general ledger, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.

Prepare regular reports and analysis related to accounts payable reconciliations, payment activity, and system interfaces to support decision-making and reporting accuracy.

Provide documentation and support for internal controls testing, audits, and compliance-related reviews as needed.

Contribute to additional finance and accounts payable initiatives as assigned, with flexibility to support evolving business priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Diploma or degree in Accounting or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in a similar accounts payable or accounting role, preferably within a complex manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse environment.

Strong accounting knowledge, including IFRS and ASPE.

Advanced Excel skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Outlook.

Experience working with large datasets, with strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.

Experience with macros and SQL is considered an asset.

Experience with Snowflake and Power BI is considered an asset.

Ability to manage shifting priorities, multitask effectively, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal, teamwork, and cross-functional partnering abilities.

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Results-oriented, with a proven ability to prioritize work, deliver on time, and maintain a high degree of accuracy.

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 Powered by JazzHR