Officer, Finance Expertise Center

Viarail; Montreal; Vor Ort; CAD 65.000 - 81.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VIA Rail in Montreal is seeking an Agent, Procure-to-Pay, to process and resolve complex internal and external purchase order requests. You will ensure timely processing while upholding governance and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with Finance teammates, support Oracle transactions within the P2P cycle, train users, and identify solutions to procurement issues, contributing to service delivery enhancements.

Qualifikationen

• College diploma in administration, finance, or supply chain management with 3–5 years of experience.
• Aptitude for Procure-to-Pay systems and governance.
• Strong diplomacy and excellent bi-lingual communication (FR/EN).
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Manage purchase order requests and create orders while ensuring timely processing.
• Support Oracle transactions within the Procure-to-Pay cycle and assist users.
• Identify issues and provide effective procurement solutions.
• Collaborate with Finance team and contribute to process improvements.

Kenntnisse

P2P systems

Bilingual FR/EN

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Ausbildung

College diploma in administration/finance/supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

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Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $65,154 - $81,443

Number of positions to be filled :1

Application Deadline :11/16/2026

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Reporting to the Supervisor, Finance Centre of Expertise, the Agent processes and resolves complex requests and issues from internal and external clients who require assistance with transactions related to financial functions and processes. The incumbent liaises with the appropriate stakeholders to obtain the information required to resolve issues and issue purchase orders. In addition, the incumbent identifies opportunities for process improvement.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• The Agent manages purchase order requests and creates purchase orders. The incumbent analyzes complex requests (requisitions, quotations, contract amendments, etc.) and conducts daily follow-ups to ensure timely processing while maintaining compliance with established governance, policies, and procedures.
• The Agent provides support to internal and external clients for Oracle transactions related to administrative functions and processes within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle. The incumbent supports user training and assists users with questions related to goods receipts, invoice processing, and other procurement-related transactions. The Agent must be able to identify potential issues and provide effective solutions.
• The Agent acts as a resource person for members of the Finance team. The incumbent responds to questions, provides guidance to colleagues, and shares subject matter expertise. The Agent also collaborates on analyses and contributes to the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing processes and service delivery.

REQUIREMENTS

• A college diploma in administration, finance, or supply chain management, combined with 3 to 5 years of experience in an administrative, finance, or supply chain management role.
• Aptitude for systems related to accounting and procurement operations (Procure-to-Pay).
• Strong diplomacy skills, with the ability to interact and negotiate effectively with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and rigor.
• Ability to identify issues and demonstrate initiative in developing effective solutions.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, issues, and internal customer requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to incorporate continuous improvement concepts into daily activities in alignment with departmental objectives and requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Comfortable navigating various systems and capable of guiding users and explaining processes clearly.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

To support our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence and automated tools that support, but never replace, human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers, supported by experienced recruiters.

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