Accounts Payable Supervisor

Douglas College; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking a proactive Accounts Payable Unit Supervisor to lead daily operations in the Finance Department at the New Westminster campus, with occasional work at the Coquitlam campus. You will supervise staff, ensure accurate documentation, and uphold accounting procedures.

The role requires a two-year accounting program and five years of related experience, PSAS/GAAP knowledge, and strong supervisory and organizational skills. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year accounting program with five years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and GAAP and accounts payable procedures.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of commodity tax, provincial and federal, as it pertains to College purchases.
• Proven supervisory skills and experience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and supervision of the Accounts Payable unit within the Finance Department.
• Oversee and maintain detailed payables processes within established accounting procedures.
• Identify training opportunities and drive process improvement within the team.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational & time management

PSAS/GAAP knowledge

Commodity tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year accounting program

Five years related work experience or equivalent

Job description

Salary Range

$58,304 to $65,630 annually. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Location

New Westminster Campus

Salary Range

$58,304 to $65,630 annually. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement

The Opportunity

You are a fearless leader when it comes to planning, coordinating, and supervising the operational and daily activities of the staff in the Accounts Payable (AP) unit within the Finance Department. You have an exceptional ability to oversee and maintain detailed processes when payables are documented, recorded, and monitored within established accounting procedures within the college. You also thrive with experienced leadership skills and identifying training opportunities and process improvement initiatives within your team. If this sounds like you, we need your talents!

Who We Are

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better. Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

What It Takes

• Completion of a two-year accounting program at a recognized institution with a minimum of five (5) years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards ( PSAS ) / GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and accounts payable procedures.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of commodity tax, provincial and federal, as it pertains to College purchases.
• Proven supervisory skills and experience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information

• This regular full-time (35 hours per week) position is available starting August 31, 2026.
• Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department’s need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the New Westminster campus; however, successful candidate must be available for occasional work at the Coquitlam campus.
• Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees. A modified/flexible schedule and/or hybrid work from home arrangement may be considered, subject to the terms of the College’s Work From Home Policy.