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Account Payable Supervisor - 3 Month Contract to Permanent (Closed)

About the Opportunity

• Responsible for Accounts Payable Close at month end
• Supervise and support the Accounts Payable team in resolving issues and ensuring workload is completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Provide new hire orientation and training to new staff in the Accounts Payable department
• Working with Controller to develop and implement best practice policies and procedures to ensure Accounts Payable are processed efficiently utilizing appropriate internal controls
• Manage vendor setup and maintenance; develop and maintain vendor relations
• Reconcile vendor statements on a monthly basis, resolving discrepancies and ensuring vendor discounts are utilized
• Review Accounts Payable batches before posting
• Prepare monthly accruals
• Oversee and coordinate the functions of the Accounts Payable department
• Professionally interact with company auditors, tax auditors, and tax recovery specialists as required
• Adhere to and enforce the policies and procedures of the Accounts Payable department
• Update training materials and departmental procedures as needed
• Provide troubleshooting support to all Accounts Payable personnel
• Plan and conduct meetings with Accounts Payable staff to ensure compliance with established practices
• Update Accounts Payable staff with policies, changes, ad current standards and ensure an accurate understanding of company policies in relation to allowances, expenses, and direct payments
• Plan the departments workload and flow
• Answer queries and complaints from vendors with respect to payment status and diffuse any potential issues
• Review and investigate invoices and communicate errors to relevant parties and departments
• Investigate and resolve any tax issues with respect to purchase orders and invoices
• Maintain communication with the portal administrator regarding any portal issues and problems
• Responsible for all aspects pertaining to producing cheques, getting signatures, and distribution of cheques
• Other duties as required by the business

About You

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or College diploma in accounting, finance or a related field required
• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable
• 3+ years experience in a leadership or supervisory role
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• General understanding of computerized accounting systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (NAV) is an asset
• Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc)
• Accuracy and attention to detail while working under tight deadlines
• Assertive, comfortable communicating with various types of individuals
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments and key business partners
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures, and understanding of financial legislation
• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization
• A team player

Pay Rate

$30 - $33/hour

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #25371.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.