Accounts Payable Manager

Our client, located in the vibrant Fraser Valley, is actively seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join their dynamic team in Langley, BC. This is a full-time, in-office position that involves leading a small, collaborative Accounts Payable team. We are on the lookout for an individual who embodies a down-to-earth, friendly, and strategic leadership style, with a passion for cultivating meaningful relationships both internally and externally. If you thrive in a supportive, growth-oriented environment and seek work-life balance, this opportunity is tailored for you.Key Responsibilities:Leadership and Supervision:Provide visionary leadership to the Accounts Payable team.Mentor, supervise, and train AP staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring strict adherence to policies and procedures.Process Management:Direct the entire accounts payable process, from invoice receipt to payment.Develop and implement streamlined AP processes for improved efficiency and accuracy.Ensure strict compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.Vendor Relations:Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with vendors.Negotiate payment terms and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.Evaluate and onboard new vendors, conducting periodic vendor reviews.Invoice and Payment Processing:Review and authorize invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.Oversee coding, matching, and batching of invoices.Manage workflow to meet crucial payment deadlines.Supervise payment generation through various methods (checks, ACH, wire transfers).Ensure timely and accurate payment processing, reconciling payment transactions as needed.Reporting and Analysis:Prepare and analyze AP-related reports for management.Provide insights into cash flow projections and AP metrics.Contribute to the development of financial forecasts related to accounts payable.Policy and Procedure Development:Develop, update, and enforce accounts payable policies and procedures.Implement robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices.