Supervisor, Accounts Payable - Mississauga, Canada - Alectra Utilities

Alectra Utilities

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number:

Position:

Supervisor, Accounts Payable

Location:

**Mississauga (Derry)
(Hybrid: Remote/In-office)

Reports to:

Manager, Accounts Payable

Business Unit:

Accounting

Division:
**Finance

Hours per Week:

35

Rate of Pay:

Number of Openings:

#1

Union:

No

Open:

April 19, 2023

Close:

May 2, 2023

Alectra is committed to putting our people first in providing a positive employee experience and a safe work environment. Our Hybrid Workplace policy allows for an effective balance for employees with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment; a combination of Remote / Inoffice work based on operational requirements._

Position Purpose:

The Supervisor, Accounts Payable supervises the full cycle of the accounts payable activities ensuring all vendor invoices are paid within contractual obligations and all customer refunds are processed in a timely manner.

This position also analyzes monthly costs to ensure costs are accurate and provides financial recommendations to the management team.

Responsibilities:

Supervises all activities of the Accounts Payable (AP) team focusing on vendor invoice entry, maximizing of vendor discounts and timely processing and payment of vendor invoices based on contractual obligations
Ensures payment of all invoices through EFT, cheque or wire and oversees the administration of customer refund payments
Liaises with managers and supervisors on AP processes and policies to ensure prompt invoice approvals and accurate costs allocations
Audits and approves all financial cost transactions in the AP department, analyzes costs between the AP, General Ledger, inventory and purchasing ledgers
Leads, coordinates and reviews AP month end costs accruals with business unit managers and supervisors throughout the organization
Ensures all disbursements are executed in accordance with Alectra's corporate authorization policy and relevant procedures
Plans, organizes and supervises daily activities of AP team
Provides leadership, coaching, development, performance management, technical guidance and advice to the AP team
Provides input into department goals and objectives
Leads and/or participates in department projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion within budget
Participates in the interviewing and selection of team members by making recommendations for hiring, reassignment, employment status change, promotion, demotion and/or dismissal
Researches, recommends and implements new or enhanced policies, procedures and processes to improve operational effectiveness
Ensures compliance to legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards
Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Specialized Knowledge:

Postsecondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation preferred
Able to interpret financial results and communicate to both financial and nonfinancial management and staff
Knowledge of, and experience in, regulated statutory reporting
Extensive working knowledge of Tier I ERP systems and other related reporting systems
Knowledge of relevant tax requirements, including HST requirements, laws, regulations and guidelines
Proficiency in interpreting policies, procedures, benefits and pension guidelines

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years' experience, including supervision of team members
Experience in a senior accounting and financial capacity
Experience in developing and recommending corporate procedures, managing budgets and providing input to strategic/business plans
Demonstrated experience in a unionized utility environment an asset

Skills & Qualifications:

Excellent attention to detail
Advanced analytical skills
Serviceorientation and high degree of client focus with the ability to ensure cooperation from others while maintaining professional and respectful relationships at various levels of the organization
Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions
Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to convey information accurately and concisely
Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines
Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license

How to Apply

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You can also submit a resume for us to keep on file and review as new opportunities arise that might be the right fit for your skills and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.