Manager, Accounts Payable

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TerrAscend is seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager, Accounts Payable to lead our shared services Accounts Payable team. You will partner closely with the Senior Director, Accounting Operations and play a key role in defining, delivering, and continuously improving Accounts Payable shared services across the Company.

The ideal candidate will bring strong critical thinking, analytical, operations management, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels. This individual should be self-directed, service-oriented, and committed to embodying TerrAscend’s values, while providing a high level of support to internal and external customers.

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Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day AP operations by reviewing, posting, preparing weekly disbursement, and aging reports, and effectively execute related controls.
• Systemically intake, escalate, and triage vendor payments (payables and billings) contracts and issues and follow through to resolution, including executive-level communication.
• Provide clear AP and disbursement guidance, instruction, and direction to AP team members to achieve a key result or group of aligned results in a high-volume setting by striving to exceed vendor, internal and external customer expectations.
• Ensure that work is being completed in an accurate and timely fashion within a high volume environment.
• Hire, train, and develop the AP team members while managing performance through guidance, instruction and direction. Oversee scheduling and timekeeping.
• Prepare documentation and provide semi-annual and annual performance feedback to Accounts Payable team.
• Work in collaboration with leadership and the team on researching issues to identify and resolve process challenges and defects.
• Collaborate with the ERP team to develop, design and implement new processes creating efficiencies as needed.
• Respond to external vendors and internal managers regarding all aspects of accounts payable process, including coding invoices properly, processing invoices for payment, and responding timely to all inquiries.
• Manage and oversee all payment processes for accounts payable, as well as T&E, through the Concur platform. Works closely with Treasury to meet budget cash flow projections.
• Adhere to company processes, controls, and policies in a SOX compliant environment.
• Complete assigned vendor account reconciliations, prepare assigned GL account reconciliations.
• Participate in the Month-End Close process and assign team responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Document policies, procedures, and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility to ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quarterly audits with external auditors ensuring documentation is supported and deadlines are met.
• Responsible for managing internal accounts payable deficiencies and creating resolutions and meeting deadlines.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor / A.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved is acceptable.
• Deep knowledge of Accounts Payable processes.
• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment, department completing 3-way match and PO-driven purchasing.
• 1-3 years of direct people leadership experience, including coaching and developing Accounts Payable team members in a high-volume environment.
• Experience analyzing, identifying, recommending, and executing solutions based on sound data.
• Experience in preparing management reports, developing procedures, leading meetings, and conducting training sessions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and related suite of Microsoft applications. Intermediate Excel skillset required
• Experience in leading ERP projects within the accounts payable full-cycle workflow. Experience with large manufacturing ERPs such as SAP, EPICOR is preferred.
• Ability to identify areas and make recommendations for improvements with existing processes.
• Excellent organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, meet firm deadlines, proactively prioritize needs, and effectively manage priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build positive relationships in person and virtual communication with all levels of employees and management.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements.
• Open to change and willing to learn new skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must be a self-starter and forward looking.
• Background Check Required

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$95,000 - $115,000 a year

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Perks Rolled Just for You (for Benefits-Eligible Roles)

- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans available for employees and their dependents.

- Mental Health & Wellness Support – Access to the AI-powered Sabender platform, confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS, nutrition coaching, and discounts at Husk Fitness.

- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – Generous PTO to support work–life balance (availability may vary by state—ask your recruiter for details).

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal matters, and more.

- Paid Parental Leave – Dedicated time to rest, recharge, and care for your growing family.

- 401(k) with Company Match – Save for the future with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.

- Pet Insurance – Affordable coverage options to keep your pets healthy.

- Employee Discounts – Exclusive savings at any of TerrAscend’s 39+ dispensary locations.

- Recognition Program – Earn points through peer-to-peer recognition and redeem for Amazon rewards or gift cards.

- Disability & Life Insurance – Company-paid protection for life’s unexpected moments.

*** Background Check Requirement ***

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

EEO Statement

At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend. .