Accounts Payable Team Lead

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Canada Shannex Full time

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for an Accounts Payable Team Lead to join our Finance team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
Free onsite parking
Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Manage the daily processing of vendor invoices, and expense transactions including sourcing approvals.
Prepare timely payment runs to maintain healthy vendor relationship.
Review new vendor set up for accuracy and required information.
Support the Account Payable Team with deadlines and training requirements.
Month end closing processes.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Weekly Review of Accounts Payable Team Transactions for accuracy and to ensure no duplicate payments.
Ad hoc reporting requirements from Finance Team

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
A certificate or diploma in Accounting or related education
3-5 years in an Accounts Payable Coordinator role handling an increased range of complexity
Supervisory experience considered an asset
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Word
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and desire to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team with strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong aptitude for problem solving and a drive to create process efficiencies and produce high-quality work

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.



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