Accounts Payable Manager

Join to apply for the Accounts Payable Manager role at Rakuten Kobo Inc. Job Summary Rakuten Kobo Inc. offers a casual startup environment with friendly and talented individuals. Employees rate us highly for work/life balance, innovation and supportive culture. We reward with competitive salaries, performance‑based annual bonuses, stock options and training opportunities. If you’re looking for a company that inspires passion, personal and professional growth, join Kobo and help us on our mission of making reading lives better. Key Responsibilities Actively participate in the end‑to‑end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, entry, and payment processing. Monitor and manage vendor aging reports, proactively resolving discrepancies and ensuring timely payments. Oversight of procurement process, ensuring policy compliance, contract inclusion and approvals. Serve as escalation point and directly resolve complex vendor issues, payment discrepancies and coding challenges. Identify and implement opportunities to streamline AP processes, improve efficiency and reduce manual effort. Leverage technology (AP automation software, ERP system features, PO processing) to enhance productivity and accuracy. Lead, mentor and develop a team of Accounts Payable Specialists, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Manage weekly and ad‑hoc payment runs ensuring proper authorization and reconciliation. Manage vendor master data ensuring accuracy and completeness. Perform monthly reconciliations and generate AP reports including aging analysis and other ad‑hoc reports requested by management. Liaise with department owners and vendors to obtain supporting invoices, approvals and resolve financial inquiries. Review all payments to be paid on a weekly basis, based on terms set with vendors and/or internal deadlines. Assist with month‑end and year‑end close procedures related to accounts payable. Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback and identify training needs. Support internal and external audit requests related to accounts payable. Ad‑hoc projects supporting the Controllership team as required. Qualifications Post‑secondary degree with a focus on Accounting. 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably in a mid‑size company. Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP S4/Hana, NetSuite, Oracle) highly preferred. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Professional, energetic and very proactive. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Outstanding organizational skills and process orientation. Benefits Flexible hours and hybrid remote working environment. Subsidized in‑office lunches. Full benefits starting from your first day. Paid volunteer days, unlimited sick days and 3% RRSP matching. Monthly commuting allowance for hybrid employees. Lifestyle spending account. Talent and development training budget. Free Kobo device + free weekly e‑book or audiobook. Weekly Kobo Tech University sessions. Maternity/paternity leave top‑up. Dog‑friendly office. About Rakuten Kobo Inc. Owned by Tokyo‑based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global e‑commerce companies, with the world’s most innovative e‑reading services offering more than 6 million e‑books and audiobooks to 30 million+ customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award‑winning e‑readers and top‑ranking mobile apps. Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies. Equal Opportunity Employer Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. Recruitment Notice Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role; however, only qualified candidates will be shortlisted. #J-18808-Ljbffr