Technician, Accounts Payable

Who We Are

At Air Canada Vacations, we’re in the business of making dreams travel. That’s why we offer vacation packages, tours, cruises and more tailored to everyone’s individual needs. We like to say we have a vacation for every traveler because we do!

As a company with over 50 years of experience, we’re passionate about helping fellow Canadians create unforgettable memories wherever they go.

Job Title

Technician, Accounts Payable

Position Status

Permanent – Full Time

Department

Accounts Payable

Location

Montreal

What You’ll Be Doing

Technician Accounts Payable is responsible for keeping the system running smoothly by managing cash flow and paying vendors and suppliers accurately, efficiently, and timely. You will ensure all payments are made in accordance with the contracts entered in Hotelex, calculate and analyze all margins for month‑end reporting, and maintain strong relationships with valued partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Rigorously review invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment.
• Calculate, verify, reconcile and post invoices in the accounting system and proactively perform invoice payments on time as per contracts and payment deadlines.
• Validate and ensure early booking bonus payments are made in a timely manner.
• Audit and validate all land contracts to ensure accuracy of payments.
• Ensure Business Partner payment information is accurate.
• Ensure charges are correctly distributed to the general ledger.
• Verify all hotel modifications, all internal program modifications and ensure payments / credits are made accordingly.
• Verify and adjust payments based on dispatch reports relating to no‑shows and canceled bookings.
• Perform weekly analysis and reconciliations of accounts.
• Analyze all margins and ensure errors are fixed prior to month‑end closing.
• Analyze payments made in previous months to ensure any errors are detected and, if necessary, corrections are made and credits taken.
• Verify that the correct sales tax rate is charged on applicable invoices.
• Rigorously work on month‑end analysis of all travelled bookings for monthly Product Cost.
• Prepare and reconcile the month‑end report for all GL codes, number of passengers and departure dates and submit any discrepancies to the accounts receivable department.
• Act as a source person for all suppliers and internal related queries.
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure payment accuracy.
• Ensure all brochure contributions are recovered in a timely manner.
• Report discrepancies to Supervisors.
• Complete measurable objectives, as agreed to with the supervisor, to continually improve processes and customer service.
• Handle daily requests coming in the Accounts Payable mailbox.
• Create files and store all documents in the mailbox.
• Handle groups: reconciliation, validating payment versus quotes and contracts, month‑end analysis and finalising the Product Cost.
• Assist Supervisors, senior financial officers as needed.
• Support the company in optimizing its financial transactions and systems.
• Strengthen and grow relationships with vendors and suppliers through timely payment and prompt email responses.
• Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process.
• Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial regulations.
• Produce ad hoc analyses and perform any other related tasks requested by superiors.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• College diploma in accounting or related field.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in an Accounts Payable department or equivalent.
• Perfectly bilingual in French and English.
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving and prioritizing skills.
• General accounting knowledge.
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, Microsoft Office).
• Travel industry knowledge would be an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team environment as a contributing member to attain department goals.
• Demonstrates initiative and flexibility.
• Demonstrates judgment.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work according to priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage difficult situations and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good teamwork skills; to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Our team loves to travel, and we have one of the most generous employee travel programs in the industry. You’ll be eligible for travel privileges for yourself and other eligible persons once you’ve completed 6 months of service.
• Hybrid work model: Corporate mandate of 4 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday + 4th day of your choice) and 1 day from home.
• We value your wellbeing and offer a wide variety of benefit plans, including health and dental, for you and your family.
• We offer training and development tools to help unlock your full potential.

Please note that these benefits apply to permanent, full‑time employees.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Air Canada Vacations is committed to ensuring a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, fundamental to its core values. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual, listen to every voice, and instill a sense of belonging in our people that allows each team member’s authentic self to truly shine. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply as we strive to create a diverse team that mirrors the diversity of customers and communities we serve as an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility‑related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application.

Linguistic Requirements

When qualifications are equal, preference will be given to bilingual candidates. The position involves daily interactions with partners, clients, and colleagues located outside of Quebec.