Payables Manager

Are We The Right Fit For You?

Are you passionate about helping others?

Do you enjoy making a difference in people's lives?

Do you get excited about being part of a team that believes in lifelong learning and continuous improvement?

We certainly do.

We believe that work should be a place where you can have fun while doing something meaningful.

We're currently looking for like-minded team members to join our movement, which is to provide the very best care and service to our clients.

We've been redefining ourselves and working towards this ideal for over 40 years. And, as times change, we change with them. We don't claim to be perfect, but we do want to be the best place to work in Prince Edward Island. We try very hard to be there for our clients when they need us and to guide them through the changes in their lives.

But we can't do it alone. As healthcare becomes more complex, we continually need new ideas and expertise to best serve our team and clients.

If this sounds like you, you may be a great fit for our team

Why Join Us?

There are lots of great employers out there, and we believe that there is a right place for everyone.

We believe in lifelong learning. We've been out in front of, and welcomed the major evolutions in the profession over the past 40 years. And we are excited about what's next.

We understand that your time at work is an important part of your life's journey, so we believe in providing ongoing training and opportunities for you to advance with us and within your profession.

Taking care of those that provide care is important to us. As part of our benefits package, we provide annual fitness membership subsidy and access to mental health support and other counselling, should you ever need it.

We want you to be supported during your entire time with us and beyond, so we provide a competitive benefits package including health, dental and life insurance, drug coverage, and a pension plan that matches up to 4% of your contributions.

Finally, we believe in partnering and supporting other locally owned businesses to build stronger communities so we've made arrangements with a few of them to provide you with discounts on things like home heating oil, restaurants and goods and services at local retailers.

How You'll Spend Your Time…

Like any role, there are, of course, some precise duties that will need to be performed and we'll tell you all about them.

But there are a few simple things that will determine your success on our team, and your enjoyment in your role.

Quite simply, treat your fellow team members as you would like to be treated.

Our most successful team members will always aim to do what is right, while keeping things simple and predictable. Our team members continuously look for opportunities to improve the clients' experience. It's what we believe in.

What You Will Bring To The Team

Are you ready to lead through a period of growth and technological transformation? Murphy's Pharmacies is looking for a Payables Manager to oversee all accounts payable across a group of related companies. In this role, you will lead a team of AP professionals, drive process improvements, and ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time. You will also collaborate with our team of IT professionals to implement innovative technologies that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

In addition to what makes you unique, there are a few basics that we require for this role:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable management, preferably in a multi-entity environment
• Proven leadership experience and a track record of process improvement
• Strong knowledge of AP systems and ERP platforms
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and implement technology-driven efficiencies
• Understanding of cost centres used for management reporting
• Ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams

Considered an asset:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with Sage 300 or Microsoft Business Central
• Willingness to relocate to Prince Edward Island

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete accounts payable process for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AP professionals, providing training and performance management.
• Establish and maintain standardized AP policies and procedures across all companies for consistency and compliance
• Review vendor contracts regularly to confirm correct pricing and maximize value
• Drive automation initiatives and enhance electronic invoice approval workflows
• Maintain vendor onboarding and maintain accurate vendor records
• Centralization vendor portals to allow all company accounts to be managed through a single platform
• Collaborate with the Finance team to optimize cash flow and payment schedules
• Ensure proper document retention practices to support audit requirements
• Participate in procurement activities, as needed

Sound Interesting? Here's The Next Step…

If this sounds like you, and you're interested in learning more about the role we'd love to hear from you

Please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the APPLY button and your application will be sent to our Group Controller, in confidence.

In closing, thank you for taking the time to learn about this opportunity and for considering us in your career journey. We wish you all the best and appreciate your interest in joining our team