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About the Role

The Accounts Payable Co-op Student will support the Finance team with day-to-day accounts payable activities while gaining practical experience in accounting processes, ERP systems, and financial controls. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of invoice processing, vendor management, reconciliations, and month-end support in a professional business environment.

Responsibilities

• Review vendor invoices for completeness and accuracy
• Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents (three-way matching)
• Enter invoices into the SAP accurately and on a timely basis
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies by coordinating with vendors and internal departments
• Prepare and maintain electronic and physical invoice records
• Support vendor account reconciliations and follow up on outstanding issues
• Assist with payment processing and cheque/EFT preparation under supervision
• Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and promptly
• Help maintain accurate vendor master data
• Support month-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations
• Assist with filing, document organization, and audit requests
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline AP processes
• Perform other finance-related administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a College or University program in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, formulas, and data organization)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information
• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar is an asset
• Previous office or customer service experience is considered an asset
• Applicants legally authorized to work in Canada

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• SAP
• Oracle
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Accounting principles
• Invoice processing
• Vendor management
• Reconciliations
• Month-end support
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Co-op

Experience Level

• Student

Education Level

• College or University program in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline

About the Company

• Polytainers Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’)
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process
• Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
• Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities

Equal Opportunity

• Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
• Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds