Team Lead, Accounts Payable - Targray

Company Overview

Targray - Building sustainable solutions for a world in transition.

Established in 1987 in Montreal, Canada, Targray is a global leader in the sourcing, transportation, storage, trading and distribution of commodities and advanced materials for a broad range of industry sectors. Our supply solutions help reduce the world's carbon footprint while enabling our customers to create safer, more reliable products for consumers.

Targray has operations in 11 countries and over $1B USD in annual sales. In 2019, the company made its debut appearance on the FP500, Financial Post’s ranking of the top 500 corporations in Canada by revenue.

• Great Place to Work® | Best Workplaces in Quebec (2020, 2021)
• Deloitte | Best Managed Companies (2019 - 2022)
• EY Canada | Quebec Entrepreneur of the Year (2016)
• HSBC | International Business Award (2012)
• Profit 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in Canada (2006, 2009)

Job Summary

As part of our continued growth, Targray is seeking a Team Lead, Accounts Payable to join our Finance team at our India office in Gurugram, Haryana. As a Team Lead, Accounts Payable, you will manage a team and collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, vendor payments, and daily AP operations.
• Oversee end-to-end AP activities, including PO and Non-PO invoices, vendor prepayments, credit/debit notes, employee expenses, and payment settlements.
• Ensure accurate invoice validation, including supplier details, PO references, tax information, GL accounts, and financial dimensions.
• Demonstrate strong hands-on experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O).
• Perform and review monthly AP Subledger vs. General Ledger reconciliations, investigate differences, and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Review vendor reconciliations, AP aging, Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) reports, vendor advances, and outstanding liabilities.
• Lead AP month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, provisions, journal entries, foreign currency revaluation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor invoice approval workflows, resolve posting issues, and coordinate with Operations, Procurement, Taxation, Treasury, and ERP support teams.
• Supervise team performance, allocate responsibilities, provide training, and ensure adherence to defined timelines and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Review and resolve vendor queries, invoice discrepancies, blocked invoices, and payment-related issues within defined turnaround times.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, approval procedures, and audit requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining, updating, and continuously optimizing Accounts Payable (AP) process workflows to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and automation.
• Prepare and review AP reports, reconciliation schedules, outstanding invoice reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, ensuring timely submission of supporting documents and resolution of audit observations.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, promote cross-functional collaboration, and drive continuous improvements in AP processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce (B. Com), Accounting, or Finance.
• 8-10 years of relevant Accounts Payable experience, including 1-2 years in team management.
• Strong working knowledge of D365 F&O; experience with Dynamics GP is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools, with the ability to leverage technology to improve process efficiency and productivity, will be considered an added advantage.
• Experience in AP subledger-to-GL reconciliations and month-end closing.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration plan and an excellent working environment in a growing multinational organization.
• Beautiful, spacious and modern workplace environment.
• Flexible work arrangement policy.
• Off-site Team Building and experiential development.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Insurance for Self.
• Free Medical Insurance for Self and Family.
• A spacious office cafeteria providing nutritious complementary meals 5 days a week.
• Gym Benefits.
• Corporate Team Fun Activities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We are committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. When people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

For more information about our company, please visit https://www.targray.com/.