Accounts Payable Specialist

Surrey, BC, Canada

Full Time

Mid Level

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Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honor to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavors.

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you are responsible for supporting the accounting department with all aspects of the accounts payable function.

Responsibilities 

Verify invoices and process with accuracy and in compliance with company standards. This includes applying appropriate coding and ensuring proper documentation. 
Manage payment runs and ensure timely payment to vendors, maintaining accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
Liaise with vendors ensuring accounts are current 
Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding invoices, expenses, and cheque requests; assists with discrepancy reconciliation.
Process employee expense reimbursements 
Assist in month end closing
Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements related to accounts payable activities, as needed.

Qualifications and Experience 

Minimum of 2 years accounts payable experience
Completion of accounting diploma is preferred 
Familiarity with accounting software is important. Experience with Yardi is an asset 
Experience with multi-site senior housing is preferred 
Superior interpersonal skills to interact with internal employees and external vendors 
Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating strong attention to detail and accuracy 
Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion 
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines 
Strong problem solving and analytical skills 
Strong computer literacy including effective working skills with Microsoft Suite, especially with Excel.
Ability to work well in a team environment and independently as required.

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