Accounts Payable Specialist; Temporary

A  BC Top 100 Employer, Century Group is a family-owned, real estate development and property management company with a mission to curate places people love. Century Group's people are committed to building sustainable, thriving communities with diverse neighbourhoods. For nearly 70 years, Century Group has built a portfolio of operating real estate assets and land, residential rental properties, seniors residences, hotels and restaurants, as well as commercial retail spaces with an emphasis on a mixed-use approach.

• competitive salaries
• health benefits which includes a healthcare spending account
• maternity leave top-up program
• matching pension plan (DCPP)
• the ability to advance your career through training and development opportunities!

As a part of Century Group, career growth opportunities are available across a diverse group of companies.

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Accounts Payable Specialist manages end-to-end payable operations through the use of AI integration in AP processes. This role oversees automated invoice intake, AI-assisted GL coding, and data synchronization between Predict AP and Yardi to ensure accurate, on-time supplier and creditor payments. The AP Specialist will manage multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.

Please note this is a temporary role for an estimated duration of 6 months ending in April 2027.

• Monitors and manages automated invoice ingestion across PredictAP and Yardi.
• Validating system-captured data and resolving workflow exceptions.
• Audits AI-suggested GL coding, tax calculations, and cost allocations generated by Predict AP to ensure compliance before posting to Yardi.
• Reconcile and process construction and development invoices against active contracts and purchase orders.
• Reconciles monthly statements and follows-up to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepares weekly payment runs.
• Responds to internal and external Accounts Payable inquiries in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Our ideal candidate has at least two (2) years of experience in an Accounts Payable role, coupled with a Grade 12 education and post-secondary accounting coursework (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Practical experience with AI , property accounting platforms (e.g., Yardi), general office administration, and basic bookkeeping is considered a strong asset.

• Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets) with intermediate-to-advanced spreadsheet skills and a proven ability to quickly adapt to new software platforms (e.g., Yardi, Predict AP).
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a sharp eye for detail, ensuring high accuracy in financial data.
• High ethical standards and integrity, fostering strong, trust-based relationships with internal team members, suppliers and clients.

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