Manager, Accounts Payable and Payroll

WorkplaceNL; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Canadian workforce support is seeking a Manager for Accounts Payable and Payroll. The ideal candidate will effectively manage the accounts payable and payroll functions, leading a team and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation. Qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce degree, with CPA or CPM as assets, and at least five years of experience in a complex accounting environment. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Five years experience in a complex accounting environment.
• Experience managing people and projects effectively.
• Understanding of accounting principles and Canadian payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and payroll processes effectively.
• Develop procedures for accurate and timely payments.
• Lead and coach direct reports.
• Work with the People & Culture Department for human resource services.
• Conduct reviews of payroll transactions for accuracy.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Ability to work in a team

Education

Bachelor of Commerce degree

CPA designation (considered an asset)

CPM certification (considered an asset)

Job description

The Manager, Accounts Payable and Payroll, is responsible for managing the accounts payable and payroll functions of WorkplaceNL and ensuring the adherence to policies and guidelines and compliance with legislation. The manager is responsible for coaching, mentoring, guiding direct reports and monitoring the results or output of accounts payable-related processing in other departments to ensure appropriate accounts payable processes are followed.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensures the effective and efficient management of the accounts payable and payroll processes.
• Develops procedures and processes to ensure the accurate and timely payments for all vendors, injured workers and employees.
• Responsible for managing the financial system including payments, invoices and employee reimbursements
• Responsible for the management of WorkplaceNL's employee expense claim system, as well as the corporate travel and purchasing card programs
• Responsible to lead, develop, coach and guide direct reports in establishing goals and developing competencies that drive performance by conducting performance reviews.
• Required to work closely with the People & Culture Department and assume a strategic role in the delivery of human resource services and programs
• Conducts detailed reviews of payroll transactions to ensure the accuracy of information entered and transmitted in accordance with applicable policies and legislation
• Provides assistance and guidance to the Payroll Administrator relating to the recovery of overpayments, severance payments and early and safe return to work adjustments
• Responsible for completion of end of year T4 processing

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce degree with a Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation considered an asset. A Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) certification from the Canadian Payroll Association would be an asset
• Five years experience in a complex accounting environment
• Experience and demonstrated ability in effectively managing people and projects.
• Understanding of the generally accepted accounting principles and Canadian payroll legislation
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, along with the ability to work well within a team environment.

What does success look like in this role?

• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and displays professionalism in your everyday work
• Demonstrates critical thinking and makes informed decisions based on evidence gathered
• Is adaptable to change and is willing to develop and learn new skills
• Being effective in dealing with a variety of vendors and ensuring problems are addressed in an effective and timely manner

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

For more information, please visit www.workplacenl.ca