[Hiring] Accounts Payable Supervisor @Accelerate360 Canada

Role Description

Postmedia Accelerate360 Canada is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor - Finance to join our team! This will be a fully remote, full-time position (37.5hrs/week).

The Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the accounts payable function within Postmedia/A360 organization. This role ensures the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments related to production, advertising, licensing, and other Postmedia/A360 expenses. The AP Supervisor will lead a small team, maintain strong vendor relationships, and support process improvements to streamline financial operations and ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of accounts payable experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience in the distribution, media industry strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems required; NetSuite experience considered an asset.
• Experience in Customer Service strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Supervise day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Manage invoice processing and payment execution.
• Review and approve weekly payment runs, ACH transfers, and manual checks in cooperation with the Manager, Treasury.
• Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are up to date and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate and organized vendor records in ERP system, Netsuite.
• Manage AP invoice workflows.
• Lead, train, and mentor members of the accounts payable team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and establish clear goals and expectations.
• Provide guidance and support on vendor or payment issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, and Production teams to support accurate cost tracking and reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Prepare AP-related reports for management, including aging reports, and spend analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.

Benefits

• Employee assistance programs.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Benefits Package.
• Employer Matching RRSP.

Applying

If this opportunity sounds like something that fits your career path, please apply to this posting; we would love to talk to you! Interested applicants are encouraged to apply with a cover letter and resume.