Accounting & Administrative Assistant

4 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada Coast Publishing Ltd. Full time

When Overstory launched in 2021, we did so with the goal of making communities stronger through phenomenal storytelling, high quality reporting, and engaging and thought-provoking content.

We’re expanding our finance department and are looking for a Accounting & Administrative Assistant to join our team. Working closely with our Head of Finance, we’re looking for someone proactive, detail oriented, and who has basic knowledge of basic accounting principles.


This is a remote role based anywhere in Canada.


ABOUT YOU

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred.
  • Experience with the Xero accounting software is an asset
  • At least 2 years of experience in an accounting clerk or bookkeeping role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets (Vlookup, Pivot Tables, Data extraction)
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

IN THIS ROLE, YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

  • Verify the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents for the account receivable process and sales team support
  • Process invoices and payments
  • Reconcile bank and credit card statements
  • Maintain accurate records of financial transactions
  • Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting
  • Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing and payment issues
  • Handle other accounting tasks as assigned


PERKS OF WORKING WITH US

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Flexible, fully remote work hours.
  • A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture.


WHO WE ARE:


Overstory Media is a Canadian media company that delivers high-quality, fact-based journalism and storytelling to the communities we’re in. At Overstory our goal is to empower communities – connected by geography, industry, or interest – with information delivered by the people within them.

We do this by identifying journalists, creators, and existing brands who share in this belief and provide tools, resources, and financial support to help them create in their communities.


Today we have over a dozen community brands across Canada under our umbrella, and are looking to continue growing. Some of the community outlets under our umbrella include The Georgia Straight, Capital Daily, Vancouver Tech Journal, Burnaby Beacon, and Fraser Valley Current.


All full-time employees have the opportunity to enroll in the company's benefits program (including medical, dental, vision, and more) after a probationary period.


We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our mission as a company is to provide an equal opportunity that caters to inclusion and diversity within the workplace and extend our services within the community as a brand. We recognize and value individual differences and are committed to upholding this value to mirror the diversity within our country.

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