Accounts Payable Clerk (Contract)

Overview
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join our Accounts Payable (AP) team! The AP Clerk will work as a member of a team to accurately process payment/payment receipts and transactions in accordance with firm policies and guidelines, respond to queries, and investigate and resolve issues. This role will work closely with the AP Manager to meet customer service excellence and efficiently deliver quality work!

This position will require frequent in-person attendance in our Vaughan office.

Please note, this is a 1-year contract with the possibility for extension

What you will do

• Ensure timely processing of invoicing and payments through an integrated computerized AP system, verify accuracy and completeness of data records
• Monitor risk through compliance with internal KPMG controls
• Investigate, follow-up on, and resolve any unapplied invoices or payments
• Support month end reconciliation and provide details/reports to GL department
• Monitor AP functional mailbox and respond to queries in a timely manner
• Liase with and provide support to internal clients regarding AP processes
• Support the vendor setup process, which includes investigating and updating vendor name and address changes, as well as setting up accounts for EFT payments.
• Perform administrative tasks related to cheque runs, such as filing, mailing cheques, and tracking couriers to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Responsible for ensuring that any special handling requests are managed with precision and accuracy, adhering to the firm’s policies and guidelines to maintain the highest standard of service.

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What you bring to the role

• A diploma or degree in accounting or a related field
• Motivated self-starter displaying a willingness to learn and an ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize and multitask to meet time sensitive deadlines
• Intermediate/advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience with SAP or Coupa is an asset

Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.

For information about accessible employment at KPMG, please visit our accessibility page .