Manager, Financial Services (12 month contract)

Saje Natural Wellness•Toronto, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the VP, Finance, the Manager, Financial Services (AP/AR and Cash Management) is responsible for leading the day-to-day activities of the Accounts Payable team, managing the invoicing and payments process, overseeing the aging and collectability of receivables and owning the Company’s overall cash flow forecasting process. This is a 12 month contract covering a maternity leave. All Saje Team Members are responsible for contributing to Saje’s culture and maintaining a positive environment for themselves and their peers.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5–8+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting operations, including hands-on responsibility for high-volume invoice and payment processing.
2+ years of people leadership experience, with a demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accrual accounting, and month-end close processes.
Experience partnering with Treasury, Accounting, and cross-functional teams (e.g., Real Estate, Operations) to support accurate financial reporting and cash management.
Proven experience managing vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining service-oriented communication standards.
Proficiency with ERP and AP systems and expense management tools (experience with Concur or similar platforms preferred), with a track record of driving process improvements through system optimization.
Advanced Excel skills, including reconciliations, data analysis, and reporting.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to balance accuracy, efficiency, and competing priorities.
Clear, professional communicator with the confidence to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi-location or multi-entity environments and lease-related AP transactions is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Leads a team of Financial Services Specialists, providing guidance to ensure all tasks are being completed in a timely manner as well as mentorship for development and growth
Oversees the day-to-day activities within the Accounts Payable function, including the invoicing, payments, Concur expenses and vendor statement reconciliations process
Executes treasury related tasks, including ownership of the Company’s cash flow forecasting and updating process (with oversight from the VP of Finance and CFO), and completion of payments reporting for weekly cash flow meetings
Supports Accounting with AP accruals and related adjusting journal entries as part of month end
Manage and analyze B2B and wholesale invoicing and payments
Collaborate with the Corporate Sales team to review and validate corporate sales payments accurately and timely
Partners with real estate advisors on lease administration and ensuring accurate processing of rent transactions (invoices, payments, sublease receipts, etc.) in the ledger
Maintains strong vendor relationships through timely communication and coordination of payments
Optimizes the use of systems to increase processing efficiencies and to ensure system controls and AP processes are being adhered to
Creates a team environment where all Team Members consistently experience a sense of belonging and inclusion

Benefits

A hybrid way of working
Flexible work hours based on business needs
Wellness days
Health benefits - comprehensive health, vision and dental packages
Paid sick days
Generous product discount
Full onboarding plan and onboarding buddy to help you settle in
Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support, resources, and information available to you and your family
GRSP programs
Paid time off