Our client is a reputable Ottawa-based real estate development and construction company known for its high quality and superior craftsmanship. They are seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead and manage the full accounts payable function within their finance team. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounts Payable Manager oversees one AP clerk and ensures accurate processing of invoices and payments, including construction holdback and subcontract payments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and dependable, with strong prioritization and communication skills. You work confidently as a self-starter while collaborating effectively with others, solving problems efficiently, handling confidential information with discretion, and quickly adapting to new systems, processes, and concepts to deliver high-quality results. Main responsibilities include:

• Process invoices, issue payments, and manage company expenses
• Oversee construction subcontract payments, including holdbacks
• Reconcile accounts and verify transactions to maintain accurate financial records
• Set up and manage EFT payments within the accounting system
• Review and code expenses to the appropriate accounts and cost centers
• Coordinate vendor payments, resolve discrepancies, and ensure proper documentation is maintained
• Reconcile vendor statements and maintain organized accounting records
• Monitor and track up-to-date WSIB certificates for trades
• Calculate and report sales taxes on paid invoices
• Maintain confidentiality and support overall accounting and operational objectives as needed

Take your accounting career to the next level by joining this stable company, which offers a supportive leadership team, a great work-life balance, and a competitive package. Apply now!

Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting is preferred
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive full-cycle accounts payable experience
• Self-starter and able to work well independently
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous construction company experience is considered a strong asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

How You Will Be Rewarded:

• $75,000 - $90,000 annual salary range
• Competitive bonus plan
• Good benefits package
• 3 weeks’ vacation plus Christmas shutdown
• Excellent work-life balance
• Free parking

Location : Ottawa

Internal Job ID# : 4980

Recruiter Name : Matt Stevenson