Manager, Accounts Payable, GAM
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
BMO
Full Time, Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
-
Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Risk Manager/Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 69000 CAD Yearly
CAD
69000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Manager, Accounts Payable, BMO GAM
Final date to receive applications:
01/17/2026
Address:
100 King Street West
Job Family Group:
Business Management
The Manager, Accounts Payable (AP) is responsible for the leadership, oversight, and operational effectiveness of the Accounts Payable function within GAM. This role ensures timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and payments, strong vendor management practices, and adherence to financial controls. The Manager leads a small team, partners closely with internal stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, and the business, and drives continuous improvement to enhance process efficiency, risk management, and service delivery.
This position is critical in maintaining operational excellence and supporting the broader organization’s financial stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and develop the Accounts Payable team, ensuring high performance, accuracy, and exceptional customer service.Provide coaching, mentorship, and cross‑training to support resiliency and career development.Establish clear performance standards and monitor team workloads, performance metrics, and service levels.Accounts Payable Operations
Oversee end‑to‑end AP processing, including vendor setup, invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment execution.Ensure compliance with BMO’s financial controls, policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.Resolve complex issues related to exceptions, discrepancies, or escalations.Maintain accurate AP records and ensure timely month‑end and year‑end closing activities.Process & Systems Management
Drive continuous improvement in AP workflows, automation, and data accuracy.Partner with Technology, Procurement, and Finance on process enhancements and tool upgrades.Support the transition to new systems or enhancements (e.g., Smart Procure/Smart Expense, Revport) and ensure strong adoption and training.Monitor key performance indicators and identify opportunities for efficiency gains.Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a primary contact for vendor inquiries and internal partners regarding payments and issue resolution.Build strong relationships with Procurement, Finance, and business leaders to ensure alignment and operational transparency.Support contract, invoice, and payment‑related reviews in partnership with Finance and Compliance teams.Governance, Controls & Risk Management
Oversee adherence to internal controls, approvals, delegation of authority, and financial governance frameworks.Support internal and external audit requests, ensuring completeness and accuracy of documentation.Review technical service agreements (TSAs) and support intercompany payment processesIdentify operational risks, implement mitigation strategies, and escalate issues when appropriate.Reporting & Insights
Prepare regular performance reporting, dashboards, and insights for leadership.Provide analytics related to spend, payment cycle times, backlog, and exception trends.Leverage data to support operational decision‑making and continuous improvement.Qualifications
Education & Experience
5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Finance Operations, or related functions.Experience in a leadership or supervisory role overseeing AP processing.Previous work in a large, complex financial or corporate environment preferred.Experience with AP systems such as Smart ProcureSkills & Competencies
Strong understanding of AP processes, financial controls, and risk management.Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage high‑volume workflows.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to lead teams through change and drive process improvement.Proficiency with financial systems, AP platforms, and MS Office (especially Excel).Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.Salary:
$69,000.00 - $
Pay Type:
Salaried
The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary…
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