Accounting/Administrative Assistant

Established building products distribution and installation company is looking for an Accounting /Administrative Assistant. This is an exceptional career opportunity for someone with solid accounting/bookkeeping and administrative skills and experience who has an interest in working in a dynamic environment working with an excellent team of proven professionals. 

The position of Accounting/Administrative  Assistant is primarily responsible for the accounting and payroll functions for this locally owned company and may assist with other Office management functions as required. 

Job Duties:

• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements/Reconcile accounts and bank statement/Post journal entries
• Administer payroll in accordance with CRA requirements, including processing payroll, issuing pay cheques, calculating source deductions, vacation pay, issuing ROEs and T4s, investigating and resolving payroll issues
• Prepare statistical, financial, payroll and accounting reports including trial balances, adjusting entries, both monthly and year-end
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using computerized bookkeeping systems
• Establish and maintain bank and credit card reconciliation on company accounts
• Assist with inventory control
• Calculate and file government remittances such as tax return, GST, payroll deduction, WCB and other filings/Ensure organization complies with all regulatory reporting and requirements
• Prepare cheques for payroll, vendors, suppliers, expenses, and other payments
• Interact with external certified accountant to produce year-end statements
• Notify the General Manager of accounting errors or issues 

Job Requirements: 

• A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping preferably within a manufacturing environment
• High school graduation with completion of a post-secondary diploma in accounting/bookkeeping or related program/courses
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar programs
• Expert ability using Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational and people skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing circumstances and situations
• Outgoing personality with good people skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality 

We offer competitive wages, good benefits, and an opportunity to gain experience in an incredible team environment.  

If this position suits your qualifications and interests, please apply with a current resume outlining your capabilities. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Phone, online and live interviews (fully spread out in a spacious area to maintain safety) are ongoing until the position is filled. Please ensure that your contact information is up to date and complete so that we can contact you directly to schedule an interview. Resumes, and all interviews, are held in confidence.