Accounts Payable/ Accounts Receivable - Manager
Cyderes (Cyber Defense and Response) is a pure-play, full life-cycle cybersecurity services provider with award-winning managed security services, identity and access management, and professional services designed to manage the cybersecurity risks of enterprise clients. We specialize in multi-technology, complex environments with the in speed and agility needed to tackle the most advanced cyber threats. We leverage our global scale and decades of experience to accelerate our clients’ cyber outcomes through a full lifecycle of cybersecurity services. We are a global company with operating centers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and India.
About the Role
The AP/AR Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the accounting department. Reporting to the VP Finance, Controller, the successful candidate will be a proactive leader capable of optimizing accounting operations and fostering collaboration across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the AR and AP teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, collections and correspondence.
- Foster strong communication with customers and vendors, promptly addressing billing and payment concerns, while cultivating positive relationships with key stakeholders.
- Take a proactive approach to AR collections, swiftly identifying and addressing collection concerns to ensure prompt resolution.
- Collaborate closely with the Treasury team to develop payment proposals and deliver collection forecasts that optimize working capital and cash flows.
- Oversee the employee expense reimbursement process, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely processing.
- Assist with sales tax filings and ensure compliance with state and provincial requirements.
- Review month-end close accruals and provide essential support for the year-end audit process.
- Ensure account reconciliations are performed on a timely basis to ensure accuracy of books and records.
- Continuously identify and implement process improvements to align with team objectives and optimize workflow. Implement best practices to increase productivity.
- Take the lead in initiating and executing system enhancements, including quick wins for immediate impact and larger-scale enhancement projects, to maximize operational efficiency.
- Possess a strong understanding of financial systems and system integration. Experience with NetSuite Avalara and Concur an asset.
- Collaborate with fellow managers and business leaders to streamline financial processes and address operational challenges.
Requirements:
- Post secondary degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive work experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role, developing high performing teams and fostering positive culture.
- Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills. NetSuite, Concur, Avalara an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a focus on accuracy.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of US and Canadian sales tax requirements an asset.
Cyderes is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Note: This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. We request that outside recruiters do not contact us regarding this position.