Accounts Payable Specialist

Alliance Logistics

. Process carrier, vendor, and employee expense invoices accurately and on time .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeMississauga • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$55,000 - CA$68,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, payment execution, and vendor management, while ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls. Proficient in utilizing Sage and Microsoft Excel to enhance workflow efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Payable ExperienceSage ProficiencyMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyTransportation Management Systems (TMS)Attention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Invoice ProcessingPayment ExecutionCost Discrepancy InvestigationGL Account CodingVendor Record MaintenanceReconciliationFinancial ControlsAudit SupportReportingWorkflow Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SageMicrosoft ExcelTransportation Management Systems (TMS)

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableTransportationLogisticsVendor ManagementInternal Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process carrier, vendor, and employee expense invoices accurately and on time
Verify invoice accuracy against agreed-upon rates and services
Identify and investigate cost discrepancies between expected and actual amounts
Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve payment discrepancies
Execute payments within established vendor terms
Maintain accurate vendor records and payment histories
Verify proper GL account coding for transactions
Obtain and document required approvals prior to payment
Maintain organized digital and physical documentation for audit purposes
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
Follow established internal controls and accounting procedures
Prepare payables status and aging reports
Track and report payment metrics and processing efficiency
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
Support internal and external audit requirements
Identify opportunities to improve the AP workflow
Serve as a key contact for vendor payment inquiries
Collaborate with the carrier services team and finance team on payment matters
Communicate payment status and issues clearly to internal stakeholders
Independently verify vendor banking-detail change requests to prevent fraud

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably in transportation or logistics
High school diploma required
Proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Excel
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) preferred
Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial controls
Sharp attention to detail and strong analytical instincts
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance Bonus
Hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days in the Mississauga office)