Accounting Supervisor

Pival International Inc. is a global logistics and supply chain management company with a comprehensive menu of warehousing logistics solutions and transportation solutions, including time sensitivity (land and air), FTL, LTL, intermodal.  

Our work is guided by three core values that define who we are and how we operate:  

• Integrity – We act with honesty, transparency, and respect in every interaction.  

• Commitment – We take ownership, follow through on our responsibilities, and strive for excellence.  

• Curiosity – We embrace learning, asking questions, and seeking continuous improvement.  
   

These values are central to how we deliver quality, collaborate as a team, and support our customers. They are reflected in every role across the organization and guide our decisions, behaviors, and growth.  

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Supervisor provides day-to-day oversight of accounting operations with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable and a solid working view of Accounts Payable. The role manages the AR team, helps ensure accurate and timely billing, cash application, collections, reconciliations, and reporting, and supports month-end activities, internal controls, and process improvements across AP and AR. 

Role and Responsibilities  

General Accounting & Reporting   

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, supporting schedules, and required analysis.  


• Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation to help ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper approval.  


• Prepare and analyze AP and AR reports, including aging, collections, payment trends, and cash flow related insights.  


• Help maintain internal controls, approval flows, and procedures that support accurate financial records and reduce risk.  


• Assist with audits, tax filings, and other finance requests by preparing documentation and responding to information needs.   

Accounts Receivable Leadership  

• Manage the day-to-day AR function, including billing support, cash application, collections, account reconciliations, and customer follow-up.  


• Supervise, prioritize, and review the work of the AR team to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent execution of responsibilities.  


• Monitor receivable aging, identify collection risks, and escalate issues or trends to the Director of Finance as needed.  


• Partner with operations, sales, and customer-facing teams to resolve billing discrepancies, disputes, and customer account inquiries.  


• Support adherence to credit, collection, and documentation practices to minimize bad debt exposure and support cash flow.   

Accounts Payable & Broader Finance Support  

• Maintain a holistic view of AP and AR activities to support accurate reporting, cash flow visibility, and operational decision-making.  


• Review AP activity, vendor statements, reconciliations, and payment documentation as needed to support the AP process.  


• Collaborate with the AP team to improve workflows, resolve discrepancies, and promote consistency across accounting processes.  


• Support bank reconciliations, payment verification, and allocation accuracy across divisions where required.   

Team Management & Continuous Improvement  

• Coach and support AR team members by clarifying priorities, answering questions, and reinforcing consistent accounting practices.  


• Contribute to hiring, onboarding, training, performance feedback, and goal setting for the AR team in partnership with the Director of Finance.  


• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reduce manual work, strengthen controls, and improve reporting quality.  


• Support the use of accounting systems and tools by troubleshooting issues, documenting processes, and helping implement practical improvements.   

  Role Requirements

• Experience — Minimum 3 years of accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or finance operations experience; prior team lead or supervisory experience preferred.  


• Education — College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.  


• Technical skills — Strong Excel and MS Office skills; experience with accounting systems and reporting tools.  


• Knowledge — Solid understanding of AR, AP, reconciliations, internal controls, aging analysis, collections, and month-end support.  


• Leadership — Ability to prioritize work, coach team members, follow up on deliverables, and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.  


• Quality & compliance — Responsible for supporting best Quality, Environmental and Sustainable practices and ensuring procedures are followed in day-to-day operations.  


• QMS/EMS — Knowledgeable with ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 standard requirements applicable to assigned functions and role; supports team contributions to QMS and EMS effectiveness.  

  Assets

• Knowledge of Sage 300 software is an asset.  


• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.  


• Bilingual English/French is an asset.  


• Payroll knowledge is an asset.