Accounts Payable Administrator

Our Finance group is looking for an Accounts Payable Administrator based in Edmonton, AB.

Reporting to the Manager of Shared Services, this position supports day-to-day accounts payable activities and is responsible for processing and coding invoices, coordinating payments, and ensuring proper documentation and approvals are in place. The successful candidate will also handle vendor inquiries, reconcile accounts, assist with month-end reporting, and support audit requirements. Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and experience in a high-volume AP environment are key.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process two-way and three-way Purchase order/ invoice matching
• Respond to all vendor inquiries, reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies on AP voucher
• Resolve issues with disputed vendor invoices
• Cost coding, posting and payment of invoices via cheque, EFT or online payment
• Complete setup forms for EFTs, Online payments
• Ensure proper supporting documents are attached to all invoices
• Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
• Liaise with and provide top customer service to internal and external staff
• Maintain passwords for the online portal websites pertaining to the major projects (i.e. Utilities and Telecommunications Services)
• Assist in retrieving backup documents for internal and external audits.
• Maintain RNV reports (Received Not Vouchered)
• Providing month end accruals and other reporting as required

Requirements

• Post-secondary education (i.e. Degree, Diploma, Certification) in a related field
• 3 years experience in accounts payable
• Strong technical skills to operate spreadsheets, word processing programs
• Demonstrated experience with standard filing procedures
• Strong organizational and time management skills to balance and prioritize work
• Basic accounting principles knowledge, tax application, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately
• Experience in processing wires and direct deposit
• Experience with month end accruals and reporting
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Proven ability to work with tight deadlines

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Familiarity with JD Edwards

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.