Supervisor, Accounts Payable - Toronto, Canada - Tricon Residential

Description

Job Description

The Supervisor of Accounts Payable will be responsible for the full cycle of AP and interpreting and explaining the organization's internal financial controls, policies, and procedures in our Toronto office. The individual will also be required to resolve common and complex AP errors or problems, oversee accounts payable team of four and ensure accurate and timely payment to vendors for our Toronto Corporate and Canadian multi-family residence (MFR) operations. This role will report to the Manager, Accounts Payable.

• Supervise, coach, and mentor the Accounts Payable team
• Assist with ensuring system and process documentation is developed and maintained
• Strive to automate manual AP processes and continually look to enhance internal policies and procedures to increase productivity and efficiencies, in particular in light of the recent implementation of D365
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of policies and authorizations, as well as the impact of prompt approvals, while educating cross-functional stakeholders
• Ensure accurate and timely workflow of AP, review and approve recurring payments
• Communicate with cost center owners, operations, and vendors for requests and inquiries
• Conduct research on more difficult or complex inquiries
• Ensure process and procedures follow company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations
• Provide technical and administrative supervision for accounting personnel responsible for accounts payable
• Assist month-end AP close processes, including account analysis, reconciliations and monthly accruals
• Problem solve and resolve issues/concerns as they arise on a proactive basis

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of full cycle high-volume AP experience, with 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of account payable concepts and basic accounting (debit and credit, journal entries, accruals, recharges, etc.)
• Proficient knowledge of Excel
• AP experience for multi-entity organization preferred
• Experience with online banking and wire payments strongly preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP preferred
• Purchase order management experience
• Strong organizational, time management skills with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and demonstrates excellent work ethic and a willingness to learn

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