Accounts Payable Manager

Trillium Rail Partners; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Employer Matching Retirement Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Trillium Rail Partners is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the AP function for the ECWE project in Canada. You will lead the AP team, ensure timely invoice processing, and maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with tax and policy requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in accounts payable, 4+ years of supervisory experience, and solid ERP experience (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics/NetSuite). Construction industry familiarity is an asset.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience.
• 4+ years of supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the project's accounts payable function and ensure timely, accurate processing of invoices.
• Manage employee expense reimbursements and vendor payments while maintaining internal controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Accounts Payable staff; participate in hiring and evaluations.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities and reconciliations.
• Maintain relationships with vendors/subcontractors and resolve inquiries or disputes.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax reporting requirements and company policies.

Skills

Accounts payable knowledge

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Post-secondary accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Dynamics

NetSuite

Job description

Trillium Rail Partners (TRP) is a consortium of Amico Major Projects, Alberici Constructors, and Acciona Infrastructure Canada, working closely with Metrolinx to deliver the Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS) package for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension (ECWE), a transformative 9.2 km expansion of Toronto's light rail network.

The ECWE will bring the Eglinton Crosstown LRT another 9.2 kilometres farther west, creating a continuous rapid transit line from the east end of Toronto into Mississauga. The Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS) package encompasses the design, construction, integration, and commissioning of key project components.

Position Overview:

TRP has a current vacancy for an Accounts Payable Manager that will be responsible for overseeing the project's accounts payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, employee expense reimbursements, and vendor payments. This role manages the accounts payable team, maintains strong internal controls, supports month-end and year-end financial processes, and fosters positive vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure invoices are processed accurately and paid in accordance with agreed payment terms.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and resolve outstanding issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and payment policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Accounts Payable staff.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
• Address and resolve vendor inquiries, discrepancies, and payment disputes.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review accounts payable reconciliations.
• Maintain effective internal controls over accounts payable processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, including sales tax reporting requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations as required.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to strengthen controls.
• Evaluate and improve accounts payable procedures and workflows

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience.
• 4+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Previous construction industry experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of sales tax regulations and financial controls.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What TRP Can Offer You:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer Matching Retirement Program
• Life insurance

At TRP, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Strictly no third-party resumes accepted.