Accounts Payable Supervisor

24 EllisDon Industrial Inc.; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor in Fort Saskatchewan to lead the AP team, oversee electronic workflow payments, and support month-end close with accruals. You will build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and mentor team members to ensure accurate, timely processing of invoices.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in payables, a related degree, and advanced Excel skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team on high-volume, multi-project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in construction.
• Degree or diploma in a related field required.
• Experience in a high-volume, multi-project payables environment.
• Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, IF statements) expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the electronic workflow payment process and AP operations.
• Assist with vendor account reconciliations and payments.
• Mentor and support members of the accounts payable team.
• Assist month end close activities including accruals.
• Develop relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements in AP.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Team player

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Degree/Diploma in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Company

PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies in 2012 and functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, including Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. PME values diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. The company is committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication.

Location

This position is located in Fort Saskatchewan.

Job Summary

You as an Accounts Payable Supervisor will serve as a key member of the accounts payable team, ensure proper administration of the electronic workflow payment process, assist with vendor account reconciliations, mentor and support members of the accounts payable team, assist with month end close activities (e.g. accruals), develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as a key member of the accounts payable team.
• Ensure proper administration of the electronic workflow payment process.
• Assist with vendor account reconciliations.
• Mentor and support members of the accounts payable team.
• Assist with month end close activities (e.g. accruals).
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.

Major Responsibilities

• Purchase order receiving.
• Analysis of purchase order and subcontract discrepancies.
• Verifying payable subcontract values versus subcontract administration records.
• Submission of invoices for approval using the electronic workflow payment process.
• Understand payment terms and billing requirements (e.g. statutory holdbacks, COI, WCB, etc.).
• Participate in weekly meetings for vendor statement reconciliations.
• Monitor timely submission of invoices for approval.
• Monitor timely approvals for invoices for posting.
• Ensure overall efficient processing of invoices.
• Identify areas of improvement.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Ensure proper source document filing.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience required, preferably in the construction industry.
• Degree/Diploma in a related field.
• Experience in a high-volume, multi-project, multi-province payables environment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel (e.g. Pivot Tables, Lookups, IF Statements, etc.).
• Self-motivated with a high degree of ownership.
• Must be able to work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure with attention to detail and can manage tight deadlines.

Benefits & Compensation

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

Recruitment Process

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.