Accounts Payable Clerk

Wesgroup Properties started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. We own and manage over 4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and have built thousands of homes in dozens of communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the asset portfolio will grow to over 5 million square feet during the next five years.

Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is poised for substantial growth over the next several years and in preparation for this exciting and challenging phase, we are actively seeking a highly engaged, driven and experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Accounting team. 

The Accounts Payable Clerk will be an integral part of the team, interacting with vendors, reviewing purchase orders and processing invoices, ensuring all vendors are paid in a timely fashion, and assisting with the Accounts Payable cycle.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct 3-way matching accounts payable process for all invoices received by email and mail.
• Work with Development and/or Construction operations and accountants to ensure invoice coding accuracy.
• Maintain accounts payable email account including filing of all accounts payable documents.
• Prepare bi-monthly cheque runs and manual cheques for all entities.
• Process adjustments in Yardi for vendors on Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) or Virtual Card.
• Maintain new and existing vendor information.
• Perform WorksafeBC & GST verification for all new and existing vendors including follow-up on delinquency status as required.
• Reconciliation of vendor statements.
• Communicate with vendors regarding invoice/statement discrepancies as well as encourage them to switch to Direct Deposit for payment of invoices.
• GST reconciliations.
• Follow-up with vendors regarding Statutory Declaration.
• Administer the Builder’s Lien Holdback Process.
• Resolve unpaid invoices due to incomplete information and completing the outstanding invoice report.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• 1 year experience in an Accounts Payable or Accounting role is an asset (open to new graduates).
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Understanding of the full Accounts Payable cycle.
• Experience in Yardi accounting system would be an asset.
• Background in Real Estate Development would be an asset.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

• Annual Base Salary: The expected salary range for this role is $49,600 - $54,600 per annum.  Actual offered salary will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
• Annual Bonus Program: Wesgroup offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial and overall success.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An entrepreneurial environment that enables people to do their best work and make a meaningful contribution to our local communities.
• A competitive compensation package with robust and extensive health benefits including a generous Health Care Spending Account.
• A Lifestyle Spending Account which includes coverage for fitness, daycare, and eldercare costs. Wesgroup also covers the cost for all employees to attend two fitness classes per week at partnering fitness facilities to promote wellbeing.
• A fun and inclusive culture supported by an employee-led Culture Committee with sponsorship from the President & CEO, providing you with opportunities to participate in group workouts, team sports, company-wide social events or celebrations, and other great initiatives.
• Wesgroup supports a broad range of community initiatives through donations and employee volunteer activities, including five paid days off to volunteer your time each year and give back to our communities.
• The Wesgroup Store, stocked with amazing name-brand apparel and items to purchase using points earned for milestones, participation, and going above and beyond.
• A brand-new, beautifully designed office downtown with incredible views of the ocean and North Shore mountains, directly across the street from the Burrard sky train station.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in exploring this exciting opportunity to join one of Western Canada’s largest real estate companies, please visit our website at https://wesgroup.ca/careers/ and apply with your resume and cover letter today. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.