Accounts Payable Team Lead

**Position: Accounts Payeble Team-Lead**:
**Hours**: Monday to Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm

**Type**:Full-Time, Permanent

**Location**:Remote

**We are seeking an **_Accounts Payable Team-Lead_** **to become an important member of our Accounting team. We are looking for the kind of person that strives for excellence; someone who **takes pride in the thoroughness of their work and the strong relationships they develop with their clients and co-workers.** **Working with the Supervisor you will play an important role in leading and supporting the team to ensure the department runs efficiently. You will engage, empower and guide the team in a manner that is consistent with DriverCheck values, principles and culture.**:
**What we offer**:

- ** FAMILY** focused culture
- Excellent Training Program
- Supportive continuous learning environment
- Competitive Wage
- Competitive Group Benefit plan

**Some of your key responsibilities will be, but not limited to**:
**Department Specific Functions**
- Perform the following Accounts Payable functions:

- Verify, code and post Head Office related expenses;
- Verify, code and post Clinic office expenses;
- Reconciling monthly employee expenses and Visa statements;
- Process all monthly Vendor payments:

- Communicate payable cut-off entry dates for payment schedule;
- Follow up with coworkers to ensure related tasks are completed in order to meet the payment deadlines;
- Ensure proper processing and approvals on all supplier invoices;
- Ensure accuracy of payable data entry;
- Organize and set reminders for payment authorization deadlines;
- Includes payments made by cheque, on-line or by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
- Ensure monthly AR processes are being completed;
- Ensure all department inquiries are being addressed, delegate when necessary and follow-up;
- Communicate with clients and suppliers to ensure a high level of customer service;
- Assist with accounting E2 improvements and testing;
- Act as the liaison between Accounting and other departments as required;
- Continue to learn and understand all functions of the accounting department;

**Team Lead Functions**
- Embody the DC difference;
- Field questions from accounts receivable and accounts payable staff;
- Motivate and inspire team members;
- Delegate tasks and ensure department deadlines and goals are met;
- Assist in Organizing staffing schedules;
- Mentor new staff;
- Train or arrange for training of new staff;
- New staff onboarding (department specific);
- Follow-up on outstanding department tasks and projects as requested by supervisor or manager;
- Assist in training existing staff on new procedures;
- Assist with the preparation of yearly employee reviews;
- Assist with issues or problems with staff, including staff errors;
- Assist with hiring and terminating staff as needed;
- Assist with preparation of regular team meetings;
- Assist in developing and monitoring employee KPI’s;
- Recognize and celebrate team and team member accomplishments and exceptional performance;
- Provide guidance to the team based on management direction;
- Provide direct support to the Accounting Department Supervisor as required.

**Your Required Skills and Qualifications**:

- High school diploma;
- Diploma or Certificate in accounting or related field;
- 2+ years’ experience in accounting ;
- 2+ years’ experience in leading a team;
- Excellent customer service & communication skills;
- Detail oriented with accuracy;
- French is an asset.

If you want to work in an environment that is positive, challenging, and safe; where your contributions are valued, this role may be right for you.

DriverCheck is committed to creating an accessible environment for our employees and potential employees; we will attempt to make appropriate accommodations throughout the entire recruitment process. Accommodations are made upon request