Company OverviewBrother is a leading provider of home and office equipment, sewing and crafting products, and industrial solutions. With a legacy spanning over 115 years, our brand is renowned for producing award-winning printers, sewing machines, P-touch labelers, and more. Brother Canada was established in 1960, marking over 65 years of operations. Brother Canada is headquartered in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brother International Corporation (BIC), based in the United States. BIC is in itself a subsidiary of Brother Industries Limited (BIL), which was founded in 1908 in Nagoya, Japan and operates in more than 30 countries worldwide.Company OverviewBrother is a leading provider of home and office equipment, sewing and crafting products, and industrial solutions. With a legacy spanning over 115 years, our brand is renowned for producing award-winning printers, sewing machines, P-touch labelers, and more. Brother Canada was established in 1960, marking over 65 years of operations. Brother Canada is headquartered in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brother International Corporation (BIC), based in the United States. BIC is in itself a subsidiary of Brother Industries Limited (BIL), which was founded in 1908 in Nagoya, Japan and operates in more than 30 countries worldwide.Why Work at Brother?At Brother Canada, we’re more than a team; we’re a communityguided by our culture drivers of Accountability, Authenticity, Excellence, and Boldness. We foster collaboration, growth, and work-life balance through flexible hours, hybrid work options, wellness subsidies, learning and development, recognition programs, and employee discounts. With roots in Montreal since 1960, we embrace continuous improvement and a culture of “Challenging Spirit,” offering stability while delivering a superior customer experience.Role OverviewTheManager, Accounts Payableoversees the day-to-day activities of the accounts payable department, ensuring proper record keeping, developing best practices and procedures, and ensuring accurate and timely month-end close accounts, payable tasks, and reports. This position requires full participation in department initiatives, providing technical training and mentoring to the department members and business partners as appropriate.Duties & ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable ManagementOversees the accurate, timely and complete processing of all Accounts Payable (AP) transactions and coding to general ledgerManages the day-to-day duties of the accounts payable team, ensuring all invoices, credit cards and personal expenses are processed in a timely mannerMonitor Accounts Payable department performance measures and ensure performance meets or exceeds standards; develop team activity/status and performance reports for managementManage the accounts payable cash forecasting process by analyzing upcoming payment obligations, invoice due dates, and payment trends to provide accurate short- and long-term cash flow projectionsPartner with Finance, Treasury, and business stakeholders to develop and maintain cash forecasts, identify variances, and provide insights that support effective working capital and liquidity managementPrepare, review and analyze select general ledger account reconciliations, journal entries and accrualsApprove daily invoice coding and ensure all ACH and wire activity is recordedPerform reconciliation of accounts payable subledger to the general ledger and other accounts as assigned; ensure account reconciliations are performed monthly, and reconciling items are resolved on a timely basisReview and approve payment batches and obtain proper authorization per policyMonitor,



maintain and enhance internal controls in relation to the Accounts Payable, Purchasing and Cash Disbursement functionsReview applicable accounting reports and accounts payable registers to ensure accuracyManage and oversee the Concur system across the Americas entities, providing frontline support through staff, handling escalations, and overall tool oversightOversee team's maintenance of company credit cardsAssist with audit schedules needed for quarterly reviews / annual audits from outside accountantsAssist with Sarbanes‑Oxley and other compliance requirementsOversee AP inbox to ensure vendor questions and problems are resolved in a timely, professional manner and resolve escalationsReport any supplier or customer performance issues in accordance to the defined policies and proceduresEnsure the 1099s are filed accurately within IRS deadlinesResearch and resolve accounts payable discrepancieLeadershipOverall management of staff, ensuring assignments and duties are completed as requiredCompose and conduct performance reviewsProvide guidance, training, mentoring, coaching and developmentMake recommendations regarding hiring, promoting and terminatingCost AccountingManage daily activities in the organization's AP cost accounting functionEnsure that expenditures are appropriately classified in order to accurately calculate product line reporting, project, or departmental costsAnalyze cost variances and present findings to Inventory department and leadershipProcess Improvement & DocumentationDevelop, implement, and maintain procedures for payables processingIdentify, implement, and manage both system and process improvementsWork collaboratively with AP managers in Americas and review performance against metricsMaintain good records and controls which provide an audit trail for all duties performed; keep e‑mails, electronic files, and hard copy documentation organizedExperience & QualificationsEducation LevelBachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting or FinanceExperience Level7 + years of experience in Accounts Payable, Finance, or shared services leading end-to-end accounts payable operations and improving financial operations5+ years of experience in managing and developing high‑performing accounts payable teams across regionsLicenses and CertificationsCPA – PreferredSoftware /Technical SkillsStrong experience managing the SAP ERP SystemProficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel with the ability to navigate and create complex Reconciliation reportsProcurement or procure‑to‑pay (P2P) platforms, preferably Zycus, at an intermediate levelFreight audit and payment solutions, preferably Intelligent Audit, at an intermediate levelStrong experience managing a Travel & Expense system (T&E;), preferably Concur – preferredOther Skills/Knowledge/AbilitiesBilingual.Proficiency in both written and verbal English communication is essential for effective correspondence with clients, suppliers, business partners and colleagues beyond the province of Quebec.Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsFull understanding of end-to-end Account Payable processAbility to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple priorities and deadlinesStrong communication skills (written and verbal)



with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organizationAccounting skills, general ledger account reconciliations, journal entries and accrualsStrong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify process improvements, resolve complex issues, and make data‑driven decisionsProven ability to build trusted partnerships across Finance, Procurement, Treasury, and business functions to achieve shared business objectivesAbility to balance strategic initiatives with day‑to‑day operational execution to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant accounts payable operationsExperience collaborating with cross‑functional and geographically dispersed teams, with the ability to adapt processes to support multiple countries and evolving business needsAbility to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendors while effectively resolving issues, managing escalations, and ensuring a high level of serviceStrong knowledge of Corporate Credit Card management – PreferredAdditional Details For This RoleHybrid Work Setting – Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid model, with three days working remotely and two days in the office each week, supporting work‑life balance and meaningful in‑person collaboration. Exceptions may apply according to business needs. #atyoursideOur BenefitsWe believe perks should empower you to thrive at work and beyond. Our health and wellness benefits go beyond the basics, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, financial advisors, and fitness programs to keep your mind and body in top shape. We’re big believers in recharging your batteries, with flexible vacation, personal days, summer hours, and a company‑wide holiday shutdown so you can enjoy real downtime. Our retirement plan helps your savings grow faster with matching contributions and extra perks like a TFSA and mortgage benefits. And because growth fuels success, we invest in you with development programs, from LinkedIn Learning and Brother curated learnings to tuition reimbursement and personalized development plans. But it’s not all work, we love to celebrate! From BBQs to gala nights and our STAR recognition program, your wins get noticed and rewarded. At Brother Canada, we are truly At Your Side, supporting your success every step of the way.Our Mission, Vision & CultureOur mission is to live our “at your side” promise to simplify and enrich the lives of our customers, employees, and communities. We aim to be where people and technology meet, providing products and solutions that enhance how people live, work, and create. We look to our strategic culture drivers - accountability, authenticity, boldness, and excellence - to enable us to consistently deliver on our vision, mission, and shared values. These drivers help us shape a culture that empowers the business to succeed.About Where We WorkBrother Canada’s head office and distribution centre in Montreal’s West Island is at the heart of our operations, housing teams in Marketing, Sales, Customer Experience, HR, IT, Finance, Supply Chain, and more. Our sales office in Mississauga, Ontario, and distribution centre in Richmond, British Columbia, support our coast‑to‑coast operations. We collaborate across Canada and Brother Americas - always At Your Side.Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) StatementAt Brother Canada, we strive to provide an environment where everyone feels valued by respecting individual differences and welcoming diverse life and work styles. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate or make employment decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected characteristic.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Accounts Payable Manager - Lead, Optimize & Scale Ap (Winnipeg)
🏢 Brother Canada
📍 Winnipeg