Supervisor - Accounts Payable - Temporary Full-Time

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated financial professional to oversee accounts payable and enhance financial processes. This role involves managing the Accounts Payable Unit, conducting financial analyses, and leading projects to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong public sector accounting skills, a professional accounting designation, and a passion for fostering effective financial practices. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and promotes a high quality of life while making a significant impact on the financial operations of the organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in business administration required, along with a professional accounting designation.
• Three years of accounting experience in a computerized environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and improve financial business processes.
• Conduct financial analyses and prepare reports for various projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams and assist with corporate budgeting.

Skills

Public sector accounting

Financial statement disclosure

Leadership skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Software proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in business administration or related discipline

Professional accounting designation

Three years of accounting experience

Tools

SAP software

FMW software

Job description

Please Note: This position is for an 18 month contract. Application reviews begin immediately, continuing until the position is filled and may close at any time.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Manager Corporate Financial Services and as part of the Corporate Services Team, is responsible for the effective and efficient management of accounts payable and performs project review and consulting assignments in order to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Corporation’s financial business processes; conducts ongoing analysis of various Corporate Financial Information Systems (CFIS) business requirements; maintains the accounting and financial reporting functionality of various CFIS; prepares various financial reports and analyses; and undertakes other special projects as requested.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participates with the Division Director and Manager in planning and implementing short- and long-range goals and objectives.
2. Provides assistance with the corporate budget, tangible capital asset accounting, general accounting, and documentation as required.
3. Conducts best practice reviews and recommends business process re-engineering with respect to CFIS and business processes.
4. Develops business and accounting processes for the effective utilization of the City’s CFIS.
5. Administers various modules of the CFIS in conjunction with the project lead/manager and other departmental staff.
6. Reviews, evaluates, plans, implements and administers the CFIS within the Corporation.
7. Develops reports and financial statement specifications in the CFIS.
8. Prepares financial reports, analyses, background material, and briefing notes.
9. Conducts research studies, analyses, benchmarking research, and business case analysis for special projects, and compiles results.
10. Participates in the long-term financial planning process as directed, including completion of financial modeling and long-range forecasting.
11. Provides internal audit process reviews to ascertain Corporate compliance with established Corporate financial and procurement policies and procedures.
12. Provides project-specific accounting and financial planning assistance to departments.
13. Coordinates and leads cross-functional management teams, as required.
14. Acts for and/or represents the Director-Financial Services as well as the Manager Corporate Financial Services, as required.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manages the direction and the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable Unit of the Finance Division.
2. Assesses Unit staffing needs, makes recommendation on complement amendments and organizational structure, participates in recruitment processes, and makes effective hiring decisions.
3. Supervises Unit staff including staff development, performance management/review, coaching/mentoring, collective agreement administration, discipline and termination decisions with the support of the Manager Corporate Financial Services.
4. Prepares and controls the Unit Budget.
5. Conducts research and prepares various financial reports and analyses.
6. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

1. Degree in business administration, commerce, or related discipline; and
2. A professional accounting designation; and
3. Three years of accounting experience in a computerized environment
4. Supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment

Skills/Abilities:

1. Strong skills and experience in public sector accounting and financial statement disclosure
2. Knowledge in the use of software applications for financial systems, including general ledger accounting, operating and capital budget systems
3. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing and to present ideas to a variety of audiences
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with members of City Council, private and public officials, departmental staff, direct reports, co-workers, and the general public
5. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to give direction, motivate, and recognize others; proven ability to share skills and knowledge with others
6. Ability to improve effectiveness and efficiency in the Unit and Corporate financial business processes
7. Must be proficient in the use of computers and current related software
8. Highly self-motivated and directed
9. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills
10. Independent judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
11. Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

Assets:

1. Experience with SAP software and FMW software

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)
2. Must sign and abide by Employee Confidentiality Statement

GENERAL INFORMATION:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

1. Photos
2. Any certificates that have photo identification
3. Driver’s licences
4. Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

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