Accounts Payable Supervisor
The AP Supervisor will oversee and manage the accounts payable process for the company. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense reports, and payments, while also leading a team of accounts payable professionals. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and plays a critical role in maintaining our financial stability and supporting the company's growth.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and lead a team of accounts payable staff, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
- Manage the accounts payable process, including the receipt, verification, and processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment requests.
- Review and reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain a well-organized and up-to-date accounts payable filing system.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement and receiving, to resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting regulations, and Canadian tax laws.
- Prepare and process payments to vendors, including checks, wire transfers, and ACH transactions.
- Continuously assess and improve the accounts payable process to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Provide regular reports and analysis on accounts payable metrics to support management decision-making.
- Assist in the annual financial audit and provide necessary documentation and support to auditors.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting practices and regulations to ensure compliance.
Other duties assigned as needed
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and tax regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Education or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
Why You’ll Like Working Here:
- Robust onboarding plan including job shadowing
- Training and professional development opportunities
- On-site training and other learning opportunities
- Paid holidays, stat days and flex days
- Competitive wages
- Medical benefits, including vision, health, dental and RRSP matching
- World class tools to help you succeed
- Enjoyable and dynamic company culture
More About Us:
At AVI-SPL Canada Ltd., we proudly boast our core values - build connections, be trailblazers, own it, do the right thing, thrive together. We rely on each other to deliver the best solution for our customers. We love what we do, and every member of our team is essential to our success.
We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
In our commitment to building happier, more engaged, and productive workplaces, we will ensure that diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do.
