City : Ottawa

Category : Full time - Regular

Industry : Electricity Transmission/Utilities

Employer : Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc.

At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve. 

As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow. 

We are seeking a Supervisor, Accounts Payable and Accounting, a change champion and innovative leader ready to embrace the opportunity to guide and mentor others, and enable them to do their best work. And in doing so, to leave a legacy.  

Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY

The Supervisor, Accounts Payable and Accounting is a key member of the finance team, responsible for overseeing the accounts payable (AP) function and contributing to broader accounting activities. The Supervisor, Accounts Payable leads the AP team, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing and payments, and maintaining strong internal controls  and plays a crucial role in process improvement, reporting, and compliance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and updates procedures with respect to the payments systems: JDE and Esker as required; act as subject matter expert on the payment modules

• Review and ensures effective internal controls for AP processing and employee expense claims

• Liaise with internal and external auditors and provide AP support as requested

• Serve as the go-to person for AP systems (JDE and Esker), providing guidance and support to the team.

• Design, implement, and maintain robust internal controls for AP processing and expense claims, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing necessary AP documentation and support.

• Oversee and verify weekly cheque and EDT payments, ensuring adherence to Hydro Ottawa policies.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving discrepancies promptly and professionally.

• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts payable subledgers to general ledgers for Hydro Ottawa Holding Inc. and all of its subsidiaries and/or affiliates. and ensure compliance with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures.

• Review and audit employee expense claims, monitor outstanding P-card claims, follow up on missing or late claims, and ensure compliance with policies.

• Prepare monthly reports, including cash flow and intercompany settlements, and analyze AP reports, dashboards, and KPIs to provide insights to management.

• Lead, mentor, and train the AP team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Provide regular feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.

• Research, analyze, recommend, and implement enhancements to AP processes, procedures, and policies to improve productivity, efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including other finance managers, supervisors, and departments.

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders.

• Other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-secondary degree in accounting, commerce or a related field

• Professional accounting designation, CPA or actively pursuing CPA designation

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; experience in Accounts Payable considered an asset

• Strong computer skills, proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools preferably Google Workspace

• Experience using an Enterprise Resources Planning software (ERP) (example, JD Edwards Financials) and Accounts Payable software (example Esker) considered an asset

• English language skills essential, both oral and written; Bilingualism (French/English) or other languages considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

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Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.