Accounts Payable Clerk - Construction - Toronto

Job Title: Accounts Payable Representative
Location: Toronto, Ontario 
Industry: Construction

About the Company

Our client is a leading construction company recognized for delivering high-quality projects across Ontario. With a focus on integrity, collaboration, and excellence, they are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Representative to join their finance team and support continued growth.

Position Overview

The Accounts Payable Representative will be responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction accounting, with hands-on experience using Jonas Construction Software.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding to job cost and general ledger accounts

• Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and contracts in line with company policies

• Prepare and process weekly cheque runs, EFTs, and wire transfers

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable files and records

• Collaborate with project managers, site supervisors, and vendors to resolve billing issues

• Assist with month-end closing, accruals, and reporting as required

• Support the finance team with ad hoc projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably within the construction industry

• Proficiency with Jonas Construction Software (required)

• Strong understanding of job costing and construction-related accounting practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with internal teams and vendors