Manager, Accounts Payable
MtTalent ·www.mttalent.ca
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Manager, Accounts Payable Location: Hybrid – Oakville, ON or Moncton, NB
About the Opportunity
MT Talent Solutions is proud to partner with our client, a leading organization in the specialty healthcare and pharmaceutical industry, in the recruitment of a Manager, Accounts Payable.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys building high-performing teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You'll play a key role in leading the full-cycle AP function while partnering with Finance leadership to modernize processes, strengthen controls, and support the continued growth of the organization.
What's In It for You?
As the Manager, Accounts Payable, you will oversee the organization's full-cycle AP operations while leading and developing a high-performing team.
Key responsibilities include:
We're looking for a proven finance leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with exceptional leadership and process improvement skills.
Qualifications include:
You'll thrive in this role if you are someone who:
MT Talent Solutions may use artificial intelligence and other recruitment technologies to assist with candidate sourcing, resume review, communications, and administrative recruitment tasks. Our experienced recruitment professionals personally review candidates and make recommendations to our clients. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring organization and are never based solely on automated systems. We are committed to fair, ethical, and inclusive hiring practices.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
About the Opportunity
MT Talent Solutions is proud to partner with our client, a leading organization in the specialty healthcare and pharmaceutical industry, in the recruitment of a Manager, Accounts Payable.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys building high-performing teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You'll play a key role in leading the full-cycle AP function while partnering with Finance leadership to modernize processes, strengthen controls, and support the continued growth of the organization.
What's In It for You?
- Competitive compensation plus 10% annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits starting Day 1
- RRSP matching program
- 24.5 paid days off (vacation, personal and sick days)
- Company-provided laptop and cell phone
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to lead process improvement initiatives and influence the future of the Accounts Payable function
- Collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused leadership team
As the Manager, Accounts Payable, you will oversee the organization's full-cycle AP operations while leading and developing a high-performing team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, payments, expense management, and reconciliations
- Manage, coach, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team through regular feedback, performance management, and career development
- Identify process improvement opportunities and implement scalable, efficient AP workflows and best practices
- Serve as the subject matter expert for Accounts Payable policies, procedures, systems, and controls
- Partner with Finance leadership on future ERP or system implementations and process transformation initiatives
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while resolving complex payment and reconciliation issues
- Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations
- Develop reporting, KPIs, payment forecasting, and analytics that provide meaningful insights to Finance leadership
- Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring audit readiness
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and financial performance
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
We're looking for a proven finance leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with exceptional leadership and process improvement skills.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CPA designation (or working toward completion) is considered a strong asset
- 5–8 years of progressive Accounts Payable or accounting experience
- Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience
- Strong expertise in full-cycle Accounts Payable operations
- Experience leading process improvements, workflow optimization, or ERP/system implementations
- Excellent knowledge of internal controls and financial compliance
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency with ERP/accounting systems
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities with the ability to present meaningful financial insights
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement
- Experience within a multi-entity or multi-division organization is considered an asset
- Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset depending on business needs
You'll thrive in this role if you are someone who:
- Leads with integrity and accountability
- Enjoys coaching and developing people
- Thinks strategically while remaining hands-on when needed
- Is comfortable leading change and challenging existing processes
- Uses data to drive decisions and continuous improvement
- Communicates confidently across all levels of an organization
- Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a bias for action
MT Talent Solutions may use artificial intelligence and other recruitment technologies to assist with candidate sourcing, resume review, communications, and administrative recruitment tasks. Our experienced recruitment professionals personally review candidates and make recommendations to our clients. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring organization and are never based solely on automated systems. We are committed to fair, ethical, and inclusive hiring practices.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Manager, Accounts Payable role?
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Where is the Manager, Accounts Payable job located?
The Manager, Accounts Payable role with MtTalent is based in Oakville, CA. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Manager, Accounts Payable role remote?
Yes — the Manager, Accounts Payable position at MtTalent is hybrid. Candidates based in CA are preferred.
Is the Manager, Accounts Payable role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at MtTalent.
What experience level is the Manager, Accounts Payable role?
The Manager, Accounts Payable position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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