Accounts Payable Team Lead

2 days ago

Mississauga, Canada Compass Group USA Full time

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between - doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward

**Job Summary**:
The Accounts Payable Lead plays an integral role within the accounting department. Ensuring that all financial transactions related to accounts payable are processed efficiently and accurately. This position oversees the workflow, training and performance of the accounts payable team, coordinating efforts to manage invoices, and reconcile financial discrepancies. By maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, the AP lead ensures that payment obligations are met in a timely manner, supporting the company’s financial health and operational efficiency. Through their expertise, they contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures that enhance the effectiveness of the accounts payable function, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our** AP Team Lead's**, your responsibilities within the team will be:

- Oversee invoice processing and transaction verification for accuracy and timely payments to vendors and suppliers.
- Manage accounts payable team, including hiring, training, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to prevent errors in accounts payable process.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions with general ledger balances, resolving discrepancies for financial statement accuracy.
- Prepare and assist with month-end tasks such as accruals and reporting.
- Analyze accounts payable reports and metrics to assess performance and identify process improvements.
- Coordinate with branches to ensure accurate matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
- Handle complex vendor inquiries and disputes, negotiating adjustments or refunds for fair transactions.
- Process foreign currency payables and monitor central AP mailboxes for timely issue resolution.
- Provide daily support to Accounts Payable Specialists and assist accounting manager as needed.

Think you have what it takes to be our** AP Team Leads**? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:

- JD Edwards software experience preferred.
- Strong leadership skills for team motivation and mentoring.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Proactive with strong customer service, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, with strong data entry skills.
- Capable of multitasking under high-pressure and time constraints.
- Team player, adaptable for cross-training and trust-building.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in accounting/finance.

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