Accounting Specialist - Accounts Payable

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world. The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for overseeing complex accounts payable operations while ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of vendor payment processes. This role serves as the subject matter expert for AP systems and procedures, providing analytical insights, driving process improvements, and offering guidance to team members. Working collaboratively with procurement, finance, and operations teams, the Accounts Payable Analyst helps strengthen internal controls, enhance operational effectiveness, and optimize the end-to-end procure-to-pay cycle.
Oversee and review the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring invoice processing, approvals, payment execution, and other transactions comply with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
Reconcile vendor accounts, resolve aged balances and discrepancies while maintaining vendor master data and payment controls to prevent fraud and duplicate payments.
Analyze AP data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and uncover opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Partner with procurement and operations to streamline procure-to-pay workflows and lead initiatives related to AP automation, system implementations, and process optimization.
Prepare and present AP metrics, reports, and financial insights to finance leadership.
Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation and responding to audit requests.
Mentor and provide guidance to AP Administrators while assisting in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of AP policies, procedures, and best practices.
5-8 years of experience in Accounts Payable

Experience with MS Office Suite.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including data analysis and reporting.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procure-to-pay processes. Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
Training & Development
Employee Assistance Program - Counseling