Accounts Payable Manager

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting, the Accounts Payable Manager will play a key leadership role within AIM’s Finance Shared Services Center (FSSC). The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing all accounts payable operations, leading a team of supervisors, team leads, and accounts payable specialists while ensuring operational excellence, compliance, process standardization, and continuous improvement across all AP activities.

The successful candidate will be both a hands-on operational leader and a process improvement champion, capable of driving automation initiatives, optimizing workflows, strengthening controls, and supporting AIM’s ongoing digital transformation.

What you're responsible for:

Leadership & Operations

• Lead and develop accounts payable teams responsible for trade, non-trade, freight, and payment processing activities.
• Establish performance objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and service standards across all accounts payable functions.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure timely processing of vendor invoices, employee expenses, freight charges, and supplier payments.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payment cycles, including EFT, ACH, wire transfers, and checks.
• Manage escalations from internal stakeholders, suppliers, operating divisions, and senior management.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to team members.

Process Improvement & Digital Transformation

• Identify opportunities to optimize accounts payable processes and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Lead automation initiatives leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, workflow automation, and ERP system capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to implement system enhancements and new technologies.
• Participate in the design, testing, deployment, and support of new accounts payable systems and functionalities.

Controls, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA) requirements, and the internal control framework.
• Maintain robust controls over vendor onboarding, banking information changes, payment approvals, and vendor master data management.
• Ensure compliance with supporting documentation requirements and audit standards.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Identify financial and operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with internal business partners and external suppliers.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Treasury, Tax, IT, and Finance teams to resolve issues and improve end-to-end processes.
• Support initiatives related to supplier payment method conversions and vendor data management.
• Maintain a high level of customer service for internal and external stakeholders.

Reporting & Analytics

• Develop and monitor KPIs related to invoice processing, payment performance, aging, exceptions, vendor compliance, and productivity.
• Create dashboards, reports, and performance scorecards to support operational decision-making.
• Analyze accounts payable trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• CPA designation is considered a strong asset.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounts payable, finance, or shared services environments.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing large teams.
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement and digital transformation projects.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable operations, payment processing, vendor management, and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365, Maximo, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Power Automate, workflow automation tools, and analytical reporting solutions is a significant asset.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across multiple business units.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English.

Additional Information

What we offer :

• Competitive salary + other benefits;
• Group insurance coverage from day one and group RRSP with employer matching contributions;
• Telemedicine (Unlimited access to a doctor 24/7);
• Eligible for paid vacation from day one; **
• AIM tuition assistance grants.
• Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Christmas party, etc.);
• Free on-site gym;
• Two on-site cafeterias (subsidized meal program available);
• Dynamic and rewarding work environment - work on high-impact and meaningful projects while having fun!