Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

This position is responsible for the timely and accurate processing and payment of Accounts Payable for Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway (CPKCR). This position is responsible for driving efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives, leading projects and promoting process automation. Leadership scope includes overseeing a team that includes both non-union and union employees that processes payments to suppliers accurately and in a timely fashion and investigates and resolves issues to facilitate payment. 

 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Drive efficiency by leading continuous improvement initiatives, leading projects and promoting process automation Ensure processes and controls are understood by all and that everyone is executing to them.  Ensure adherence to SOX and Internal Control Framework Identify, investigate and resolve issues Ensure appropriate documentation of all processes in the AP department (including training materials, audit documents, process documents and work instructions) Train and coach staff, oversee their work, answer questions, ensure they understand their role and responsibilities as well as company policies Ensure Accounts Payable transactions are completed in a timely fashion and in the most efficient way while controls are met and minimizing errors Ensure vendors and internal inquiries are handled in a timely fashion and that corrections are made as appropriate Record and monitor attendance, plan and schedule vacations, enforce consequence leadership as required Ensure completion of monthly account reconciliations Oversee document management, coordinate with external scanning provider to ensure invoice documents are sent out for scanning every week and are scanned in a timely fashion by the provider.  Ensure that documents are accessible as required by Internal Audit and other auditors as required Manage unionized and non-unionized staff Work with approving departments to resolve issues related to processing, approval, and payment of invoices while proactively identifying and implementing solutions to ensure timely and accurate processing of future payments Lead Accounts Payable projects Evaluate and present staffing recommendations to NSC management where either increased or reduced staffing is required to perform the required duties

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, business, or other related field of study Minimum 5 years leadership or supervisory experience in a fast-paced AP team Experience with SAP Excellent knowledge of Accounts Payable best practices Experience leading projects and process improvements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Driving for process compliance while maintaining a high level of employee and supplier satisfaction

 

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension plan Employee Share Purchase Plan Performance Incentive Program Annual Fitness Subsidy Part-time Studies Program

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:    

Criminal history check Reference check

 

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

 

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)”.

 

•               Req ID: 104452

•               Department: Information Services & Network Service Centre (NSC)

•               Job Type: Full-Time

•               Position Type: Non-Union

•               Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

•               Country: Canada

•               % of Travel: None

•               # of Positions: 1

•               Job Grade: 4

•               Job Available to: Internal & External

 

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