Bilingual Accounts Payable Administrator

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Who We Are

Centurion Asset Management Inc. is a recognized leader in the Investment and Property Management industries. Providing quality investments and housing for all its clients, our experienced team comprised of more than 280 Employees is a core component of Centurion's success since 2003. Centurion Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”) owns more than 22,000 multi-family apartment units and student housing beds across 28 cities in Canada and the United States. Since day one, our goal has been to provide Residents and their families with clean, safe, and comfortable homes. The REIT provides investors an opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of rental apartments and student housing properties, as well as mortgage and equity investments in property developments, across Canada and the United States and participate in the profits derived from them.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be sought after as a leading-edge, reputable, multi-disciplinary alternative asset manager; to capitalize on opportunities in new and interesting investment strategies that meet our mission to Investors; and to embrace change, experimentation, innovation and learning from failure to make continual improvements that drive our success and keep us ahead of our competitors.

Our Values

Our core values can be summarized by the acronym RISE: Respect for our Investors, our Residents, Co-workers, Partners and Communities; Integrity in everything we do, demonstrating sincerity, honesty and the will to do it right; Simplicity free of pretension and hassle, full of value and common sense; and Excellence in offering all our Clients and Partners exceptional products and services quality, as well as providing our Employees with an excellent workplace.

Why Employees Want to Work with Us

We provide an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and supported. Over the years, we developed a work culture where the potential of every employee is maximized, and everyone has equal opportunities for growth. For certain roles, we offer numerous employee perks, including: Competitive Total Rewards Packages; Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Medical, Dental, and Vision Care; Flexible Work Week Schedules; Vacation Policy based on Length of Service; Summer and Holiday Hours Programs; Centurion Learning Academy; Opportunities for Growth; Education Reimbursement Policy; Mentoring Program; Employee Referral Program; Ergonomic Workstations Equipped with Standing Desks; Discounted Gym Membership; Company-wide Internal Communication Platforms; Employee Volunteer Opportunities; Quarterly Townhall Meetings and Social Gatherings; Employee Innovation Program; and Corporate Discount Card.

Overview

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Bilingual Accounts Payable Administrator is responsible for the timely preparation, processing, filing, and delivery of all payments for accounts payable invoices.

The Bilingual Accounts Payable Administrator is accountable for matching purchase orders/work orders with invoices, completing all general ledger coding, processing payments, and managing the filing and records systems in accordance with the established policies and procedures of Centurion Property Associates Inc. | Centurion Asset Management Inc.

Responsibilities

Relationship Development

Develop and foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure proactive timely resolution of all Vendor and service provider inquiries regarding invoices and payment issues.

Customer Service

Professionally and courteously handle all Vendor and service provider inquiries, feedback, complaints, or concerns. Ensure a high level of professionalism is achieved through constant and consistent attention to Centurion's Vision, Mission, and Values. Promote a strong sense of community.

Ongoing Operations

Match purchase orders/work orders with corresponding invoices, investigating and resolving discrepancies as required. Ensure that invoices are properly authorized. Code and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system, ensuring all invoices are allocated according to the appropriate account category. Reconcile vendor statements, confirming that all invoices have been received and following up on any discrepancies that may arise. Prepare, process, record and mail out cheques in advance of their due date so as to avoid incurring unnecessary late fees. Set up and post pre-authorized payments. Run monthly Aging Report, ensuring that all outstanding invoices are investigated and resolved as required. Answer vendor and service provider inquiries. Manage the filing and record systems. Assist with Vendor management process, ensuring all Vendor files are maintained according to established policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in accounting or related field or 1 year of accounts payable experience;
• Able to work both independently and comfortably as part of a team;
• Strong command of MS-Word and MS-Excel;
• Proficient with computerized financial system;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Strong aptitude for working in a deadline-oriented environment;
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task;
• Detail-oriented with attention to accuracy; able to resolve problems using facts, sound reasoning and common sense;
• Forward thinking with an ability to develop creative strategic solutions to issues;
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to effectively resolve difficult issues in a timely manner; and
• Experience with Yardi property management systems considered an asset.
• Fluently bilingual both written and spoken in English and in French is a requirement. An assessment will be done to ensure that the candidate meets this requirement.

Centurion Asset Management Inc. | Centurion Property Associates Inc. is an inclusive and equal opportunity Employer. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email us. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. This posting is for an existing job vacancy.