Controller / Project Lead - 3+ months

The Mason Group; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Controller / Project Lead for a 3+ month contract to revamp their Accounts Payable process. This role involves partnering with executive leadership to enhance AP efficiency and scalability, while coaching the AP team and optimizing tools like Microsoft Dynamics. Candidates should have proven leadership in AP roles and experience in process improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in AP or finance roles with AP ownership.
• Demonstrated success leading AP process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead redesign and implementation of efficient AP process.
• Coach AP clerks on process enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Our client is looking for a Controller / Project Lead on a 3+ month contract, to lead a comprehensive revamp of their Accounts Payable process. This individual will play a key role in positioning the AP function for long-term scalability and success. Why not bring your proven experience implementing end-to-end accounts payable process improvements to this client?

Working closely with the Director of Finance and CFO, the Controller / Project Lead will be responsible for the following :

• Partner with executive leadership to assess, redesign, and implement an efficient, scalable AP process
• Lead initiatives across the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) lifecycle, including streamlining 3-way matching, and refining internal approval workflows
• Improve and formalize vendor payment terms and develop sustainable payment plans while maintaining strong relationships
• Align AP with broader cash flow management strategies, optimizing timing and execution of payments
• Coach and guide AP clerks on process enhancements, building a more agile and quality-focused AP team
• Assess and optimize current tools, including MS Dynamics and other financial systems

TMGCT

• Proven leadership in AP or finance roles such as AP Manager, AP Supervisor, or Finance Manager with AP ownership
• Demonstrated success leading AP process improvement or transformation initiatives
• Expertise in P2P, 3-way match, cash flow alignment, and vendor negotiation
• Experience coaching AP teams and fostering adoption of new processes
• Strong communicator – confident, assertive, and able to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems
• Experience in high-growth or transformation environments
• Ability to navigate complex vendor relationships with professionalism and tact
• A strategic thinker who can execute quickly and with precision