Team Manager – Accounting

Alberta Blue Cross® is an Alberta based organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience and community leadership. We’re committed to providing the best health coverage to over 1.8 million members and take an active role in promoting wellness. We believe in what we do—and place trust in our employees to deliver our vision.

Working at Alberta Blue Cross® means having a career where you’ll be recognized for your contributions. We value diversity, encourage our employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance and provide opportunities for career growth.

OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Team Manager to join our accounting team and contribute to the continued success of our finance department. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, internal controls, tax compliance, and team supervision. This role offers a unique opportunity to implement and improve business operations, foster professional development within the team, and drive efficiency across multiple jurisdictions.

This position will provide flexibility to work from home and will also require to travel to our Edmonton office on a weekly basis.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Accounts Payable & Reconciliation:

  • Oversee the maintenance of vendor relationships and management of the company's vendor files, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.

  • Drive the transition of vendor payments from cheque to EFT to improve payment efficiency.

  • Coordinate and manage the monthly closing of accounts payable, ensuring that all transactions are processed accurately and within deadlines for timely financial reporting.

  • Monitor AP aging reports, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies and addressing any issues related to payment approvals, invoice discrepancies, or vendor concerns.

  • Provide ongoing coaching, training, and mentorship to the AP team, fostering professional growth and ensuring high performance and adherence to best practices.

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, procurement, and operations, to ensure seamless communication and alignment on AP-related matters.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the AP function to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce processing time, while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

  • Regularly evaluate and refine the internal controls and procedures surrounding accounts payable processes to enhance accuracy and minimize risk.

  • Review weekly accounts payable payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.

  • Oversee corporate credit card program management, including card issuance, expenditure monitoring, and vendor relationship management.

  • Analyze corporate credit card spend and identify opportunities to capture additional spend to maximize performance of the program.

  • Manage monthly recording of all corporate credit card transactions and reconcile corporate credit card liability.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Mentor and supervise a team of accounting professionals, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

  • Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to foster team growth and enhance overall performance.

  • Lead and inspire the accounting team to embrace a culture of continuous improvement, driving operational efficiencies and innovative solutions across all accounting processes.

  • Champion change management initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization, implementing best practices, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

  • Encourage a proactive approach to problem-solving, empowering team members to propose and implement improvements to enhance productivity, accuracy, and compliance.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure changes are effectively communicated and integrated, fostering an environment of adaptability and collaboration.

  • Monitor and measure the success of improvement initiatives, providing feedback and adjustments as needed to ensure sustained progress and enhanced financial operations.

• Financial Statement Review & Reporting:

  • Review journal entries and monthly accruals to maintain precise financial records.

  • Review monthly balance sheet working papers to verify account accuracy and completeness.

WHAT WILL YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred.

• 10+ years of accounting experience with at least 5 of those years in a manager role, with a proven track record of success in managing Accounts Payable and team leadership.

• Excellent experience with full-cycle accounting and reconciliation processes.

• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor a diverse team, with a focus on professional development and operational efficiency.

• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. 

Alberta Blue Cross® is an inclusive employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work in an innovative, high-energy team-focused environment. If you have the qualifications we are looking for, please apply.