Administrative Assistant

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Markham; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Markham, Ontario is seeking an Administrative Assistant for Facilities to support our client site operations. You will manage purchase orders, invoices, and TRIRIGA project tasks while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires an university diploma, strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Onsite work with potential for process improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• University diploma or equivalent education.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills for data management and analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong numerical accuracy and reconciliation capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and accruals processes.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills for effective vendor and departmental coordination.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and submit purchase order requests while tracking PO status and following up on outstanding orders to ensure timely procurement
• Verify receipt of goods and services, process goods receipt entries, and perform 3-way matching (invoice, PO, goods receipt) to resolve billing discrepancies
• Manage facility projects in the TRIRIGA system, preparing required documentation (FPP, single source, Epic forms, Smartsheet requests) and providing weekly status updates
• Assist with month-end close activities and PO accruals by participating in accrual meetings and reconciling accruals against purchase orders and goods received
• Support vendor onboarding, request quotes, follow up on invoice submissions, and review BTAP outstanding invoices to maintain vendor relationships
• Maintain document libraries with critical process documentation and ensure compliance with SLA and Master FM Agreements
• Provide backup support for mail centre operations, processing incoming/outgoing courier packages and assisting with client inquiries

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Accounting principles

Education

University diploma

Tools

TRIRIGA

Smartsheet

Epic forms

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Administrative Assistant for Facilities – JLL

What this job involves: As an Administrative Assistant, you'll be the organizational backbone supporting our facilities operations at a dynamic client site in Markham, Ontario. This role sits at the intersection of finance, procurement, and facilities management, where your attention to detail and organizational expertise will directly impact operational excellence. You'll work alongside a diverse team of internal and external stakeholders, managing everything from purchase orders and invoice processing to facility project coordination in TRIRIGA. This position offers the opportunity to develop cross-functional skills while contributing to seamless facilities operations that support our client's business objectives. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy meets collaboration, this role provides an excellent platform to grow your career with JLL.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Create, review, and submit purchase order requests while tracking PO status and following up on outstanding orders to ensure timely procurement
• Verify receipt of goods and services, process goods receipt entries, and perform 3-way matching (invoice, PO, goods receipt) to resolve billing discrepancies
• Manage facility projects in the TRIRIGA system, preparing required documentation (FPP, single source, Epic forms, Smartsheet requests) and providing weekly status updates
• Assist with month-end close activities and PO accruals by participating in accrual meetings and reconciling accruals against purchase orders and goods received
• Support vendor onboarding, request quotes, follow up on invoice submissions, and review BTAP outstanding invoices to maintain vendor relationships
• Maintain document libraries with critical process documentation and ensure compliance with SLA and Master FM Agreements
• Provide backup support for mail centre operations, processing incoming/outgoing courier packages and assisting with client inquiries

Required Qualifications:

• University diploma or equivalent education
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills for data management and analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong numerical accuracy and reconciliation capabilities
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and accruals processes
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communication skills for effective vendor and departmental coordination

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TRIRIGA facility management system
• Familiarity with Smartsheet for project tracking and collaboration
• Knowledge of Epic forms and related documentation processes
• Previous experience in procurement or purchase order administration
• Background in facilities management or related administrative support roles
• Experience with invoice processing and 3-way matching procedures
• Comfort with month-end financial close activities and reporting

Location: Onsite – Markham, ON

Estimated compensation for this position: 46,920.00 – 65,000.00 CAD per year This range represents the estimated base salary and actual compensation may differ. Final base salary is determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Some roles and employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, benefits, or other compensation.

Location: On-site –Markham, ON

Opening Type: New Role

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