About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-established organization in the retail/distribution space, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Administrative & Accounting Assistant to join their Burnaby-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior candidate looking to gain hands-on experience in accounting within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The role is approximately 80% accounting and 20% administrative support.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and code accounts payable invoices within the ERP system
- Match invoices with purchase orders, packing slips, and receiving documentation
- Communicate with vendors regarding AP inquiries and discrepancies
- Assist with monthly vendor statement reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Perform high-volume data entry with a strong focus on accuracy
- Support administrative tasks, including maintaining records and updating internal systems
- Assist with maintaining and updating product or operational data as needed
- Provide ad hoc support to the accounting and operations teams
Qualifications
- Completion of at least 2nd year in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience is an asset
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- High level of accuracy in data entry
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems is considered an asset
Compensation
The compensation range for this position is 45,000 to 55,000 dependent on experience. The role is fully on-site in Burnaby, BC.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply to this posting online or reach out to me directly for an initial discussion. You can find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Becher Durah.
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