Administrative Assistant

STRAND IS LOOKING FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Strand is seeking an individual who is passionate about real estate, has a strong drive to be a part of a growing organization and wants to be part of creating a lasting legacy in urban environments across North America.

WHO IS STRAND?

Founded in Vancouver in 1976, Strand has been actively involved in a number of real estate sectors, including: the development and acquisition of multi-family garden style and high-rise apartments and condominium projects; single family land and housing developments; the development of multi-unit warehouse projects; and the acquisition of office building properties; and, the provision of mortgage financing to developers for residential and commercial developments throughout North America. While Strand has maintained a relatively low profile, consistent with the philosophy of its major shareholders and financial partners, Strand has developed an established reputation for successfully and conscientiously developing real estate. Strand is active throughout several regions in North America and has its head office in Vancouver, with regional offices in the southeastern and western United States. Strand’s active projects are comprised of over six thousand residential units in seven states and in Metro Vancouver comprising 600 condominiums and 800 rental apartments. The Metro Vancouver division, started by Mike Mackay, has established itself as a recognized and respected developer in the region by demonstrating innovation, consistency and a commitment to building for the needs of the region’s diverse demographic composition.

WHY JOIN STRAND?

Strand’s development business is innovative, dynamic, and expanding. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to join a team of up and coming professionals that, in a short period, have built a portfolio of business across a wide range of real estate sectors. Strand is a progressive real estate group that rewards loyalty, collaboration and ingenuity and provides opportunities for its employees to grow with the company, both professionally and financially. Similar to its financing business, Strand is exploring opportunities to expand its development activities to include projects across both Canada and the United States.

POSITION MANDATE

This position reports to the Controller as well as the Executive Assistant. The role provides general office support and assistance to the accounting department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reception duties
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail
• Sort and mail cheque payments
• Deposit cheques received
• Filing of invoices and other documents
• Replenish office and pantry supplies
• Coordinate office equipment setup and troubleshooting
• Assist with office equipment and other contract administration
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas including printer room, kitchen and boardrooms
• Process invoices, commitments and payments in accounting system
• Assist with bank account reconciliations
• Update various tracking schedules
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years’ experience in a similar role
• Professional disposition
• Positive energy
• Calm under pressure and capable of thinking on their feet in a crisis
• Hardworking and highly organized with exceptional multitasking skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to use good judgement
• Proactive team player but able to perform well independently
• Basic accounting knowledge an asset

If you are interested and qualified for this position, submit your resume with a short cover letter indicating your salary expectations. We thank you for your interest, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 2020-08-08

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• Vision Care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• similar : 2 years (Preferred)

Work remotely:

• No