Accounts Payable Lead

Accountivity is hiring!

Job Title : Accounts Payable Lead

Location : Halton Region, ON

Job Type : Temporary to Permanent

Salary : $$

Our client in Halton Region, ON is actively looking for an AAccounts Payable Lead to join their team.

Key Responsibilities :

• Team Coordination : Coordinate the accounts payable team, assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training and support as needed.
• Invoice Processing : Ensure proper recording, coding, and entry of invoices into the financial system. Review and approve invoice batches for payment.
• Payment Processing : Manage and schedule payments via EFT, wire transfers, cheques, and other methods. Ensure timely and accurate payments in line with company policies and vendor terms.
• Vendor Management : Maintain strong vendor relationships by addressing inquiries and resolving payment discrepancies. Update vendor information and negotiate payment terms when necessary.
• Compliance and Controls : Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate risk. Collaborate with internal audit teams as needed.
• Reporting and Analysis : Prepare and analyse accounts payable reports, such as aging reports and cash flow impacts. Assist in financial statement preparation by providing AP data.
• Process Improvement : Identify opportunities for process optimisation and automation, working closely with the finance and IT teams to streamline AP functions.
• Collaboration : Liaise with procurement, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth processing of payments and to resolve any cross-departmental issues.
• Month-End and Year-End Closing : Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Other Duties as Assigned : Perform additional duties as required to support the overall accounts payable and finance functions.

Skills & Qualifications

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume. Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.