Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager
Full-time, Permanent

Location: Hybrid –Mississauga, ON
Hours: Monday – Friday – 40 hr. work week
Salary: up to - $100K + 9% Bonus

Department: Finance
Reporting Manager: Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Own and oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function, including invoice processing, approvals, payment runs, and month-end close activities in a high-volume environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable Specialists by setting clear performance expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and corporate credit card transactions.
• Design, implement, and maintain AP policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate risk and improve efficiency.
• Manage vendor relationships, resolve discrepancies, and negotiate payment terms as needed.
• Cross-train team members to eliminate single points of failure and ensure business continuity.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and IT teams to streamline workflows and enhance system integrations.
• Prepare and review weekly, monthly, and quarterly AP reporting, including aging analyses and cash flow support.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including AP automation, ERP enhancements, and process optimization.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to audit inquiries.

• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines.

• Proactive problem-solver who thrives in dynamic, evolving environments.

• Confident decision-maker with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a team-oriented mindset.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.

• Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and general accounting principles.

• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or similar certification is an asset.

• 5+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience, including 2+ years in a people management role.

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics.

• Experience with AP automation platforms (e.g., SAP Concur, Scotiabank CentreSuite).

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.