Administrative Assistant jobs

You are an efficient multitasker and know how to handle tight deadlines. You are professional and discrete, understanding the importance of privacy and confidentiality. If this sounds like you, White Bear Industries Ltd is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team in Terrace, BC.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for general office duties and the accurate and timely processing of Accounts Payable and Receivable. They are competent in answering phones, greeting customers, ordering supplies, data entry, maintaining vendor accounts and files, PO matching, payment processing, preparing invoices, account collections, and handling tight deadlines. Multi-tasking and customer service are at the heart of their day-to-day work, ensuring. Within their role, confidentiality is always at the top of their mind. The Administrative Assistant is professional and discrete, respecting the privacy of both the customers and the company.

Your contributions to the team include:

• General Office Duties - Ongoing
• Accounts Payable – 50%
• Accounts Receivable – 15%
• National Safety Code File Management – 10%
• Safety - 15%
• Other Duties as assigned – 10%

What you need to be successful:

• Post-secondary education in accounting or equivalent
• Minimum two years’ experience in an accounting role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Demonstrated knowledge of clerical accounting and bookkeeping procedures
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Construction knowledge and/or office experience would be an asset
• Experience working in easy pay and connected software is an asset

The perks:

• Employee Benefits – extended health, vision and dental coverage for you and your family
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Annual Vacation

Why White Bear Industries Ltd.

White Bear Industries Ltd is a mid-sized road maintenance company based out of Terrace, British Columbia. Established in 1992 as a road maintenance contractor and expanded into a variety of different specialty works including but not limited to road building, aggregate production, materials, and excavation.

We are made up of diverse team members who are motivated to continuously innovate our approach to road maintenance contracting. We consider our employee wellbeing a priority and are dedicated to protecting the health and safety of our teams while ensuring a workplace that is respectful to everyone. White Bear Industries Ltd. Practices equal opportunity hiring and onboarding processes and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.34 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Thornhill, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person