Junior Accountant/Receptionist

BC Hardwood – now in our 122nd year of business – supplies quality hardwood flooring and unparalleled service to homeowners and building professionals. Whether it’s a renovation, restoration or original creation, we customize solutions to meet the most demanding applications.

We are looking for a full-time individual who will be involved in light accounting duties and deliver excellent customer service as the receptionist in an office setting.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented team player who will be the first point of contact for visitors at the office (very few visitors), greeting them in a polite and well-spoken manner. You will also be assigned duties as required (i.e. organization of inbound and outbound mail, administrative work, and general clerical support, courier shipments).

Some of your responsibilities :

• Process vendor invoices, assign to expense accounts, match with PO and packing slip
• Payroll timesheet entry
• Follow up with customers for payment of balances
• Process and record customer payments
• Data entry: other light accounting duties
• Keep track and order office supplies
• Front desk reception duties such as directing the calls scheduling courier shipments.

Qualifications

· Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

· Ability to work well independently and within a team

• Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new tasks (full training provided)
• Excellent communication skills

· Solid understanding of accounting principles. Diploma/degree in Accounting preferred.

· At least 2 years of solid Accounting/Bookkeeping experience in Canada

· Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Construction industry experience is a strong asset

You are:

• Detail orientated, with a professional and positive demeanor
• Flexible - Self motivated to complete tasks and do a good job
• Like to come to work and make a positive difference

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter. We wish to thank all who apply; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Position is available immediately.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person