Accounts Payable Supervisor

About the Opportunity

• Full ownership of the Accounts Payable processes and functions

Extensive coaching, setting performance expectations and managing schedules of expected deliverables for a small group of direct reports (Accounts Payable specialists)

Approving vendor setups and changes

Building relationship and liaising with multiple vendors and suppliers, negotiating payment terms

Reviewing aging lists and ensuring timely payment of invoices coming due

Verifying approval details for invoices and / or contracts before final payments are released

Managing month-end accrual process to ensure accuracy and completeness

Ensuring effectiveness of internal controls within Accounts Payable

Month-end General Ledger account reconciliations for Vendor Accounts Payable, capital assets and prepaid expenses

Proper record-keeping, filing and storage for AP documents

Updating and maintaining standard operating procedures

Processing journal entries and ensuring accounts tie to source documents

Assisting with period-end audits and reviews performed by independent accounting firms

Providing back up, when necessary or requested, for daily AP activities, such as invoice processing, communication with vendors, setting up payments in the bank, managing invoice approval workflows, etc.

Other projects, duties and tasks as assigned from time to time

About You

Minimum 3 - 5 years relevant supervisory experience in accounts payable and vendor management

Experience in reviewing bank transactions, preparing reconciliations, and investigating variances

Experience with Sage 300, Quadient and / or SAP Concur (or similar packages) is a plus

Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail

Positive attitude with a solutions-oriented approach

Excellent interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Ability to develop good working relationships with multiple departments

Respect for highly confidential information

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

General familiarity with AP accounting module functionalities and best practices

Experience working with Microsoft Excel

Salary Range

70,000 - $75,000 / year

How to Apply

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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.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.