Interim Capital Accounts Payable Manager

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a strong Capital Accounts Payable Manager to join a top university in downtown Toronto for a 6-month contract with possible extensions and longer-term placement.

This individual will be responsible for oversight of capital financial accounting, internal controls, compliance, and administration of capital project financial systems. The role partners closely with finance colleagues, operations department, and vendors to ensure accurate financial recording, system integrity, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee financial accounting for capital projects, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with University policies and GAAP standards.
• Review and approve capital-related accounting transactions, including accounts payable, cost allocations, recoveries, and reconciliations.
• Lead year-end close activities related to capital projects, including accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario’s Construction Act, including prompt payment requirements, lien holdbacks, and contract closeouts.
• Oversee administration of construction holdbacks, lien management, and statutory payment processes.
• Ensure the capital-related FIS accounting structure aligns with University policies and supports effective capital budget management.

• Act as subject matter expert and business owner for the Capital Projects Portal, providing direction, training, and functional support for current and future business needs.
• Direct testing, validation, and implementation of system changes in collaboration with ITS and operational teams; provide feedback and recommendations.
• Support implementation of new or enhanced capital financial management solutions and assist users with issue resolution.
• Maintain invoice approval workflow tables to ensure appropriate segregation of duties and strong internal control.
• Oversee onboarding and training for new users of capital financial systems.
• Continuously identify and implement workflow and process improvements.
• Review AMS documentation and validate the accuracy of system-generated reports.

• Validate accuracy of capital project cost allocations.
• Support the FP&A team with cost recovery analysis; facilitate dispute resolution or elevate issues as required.
• Verify invoice payments for capital accounts, ensuring proper approvals per Financial Delegation of Authority and complete supporting documentation.
• Follow up on outstanding capital accounts payable with vendors and internal staff.
• Ensure documentation for financial transactions complies with University records retention policies.
• Act as the primary contact for capital project audits; ensure audit readiness, complete documentation, and timely issue resolution.
• Implement changes to University financial policies promptly and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Review internal financial procedures and recommend improvements.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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• Extensive experience in capital financial accounting, construction accounting, or large-scale project accounting.
• Demonstrated experience with construction-related financial compliance, including Ontario’s Construction Act.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across finance, operations, IT, and external vendors.
• Strong SAP knowledge and experience.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.

• Proven experience acting as a system owner or subject matter expert for financial or capital project management systems.