Junior Bookkeeper

**Position**: Junior Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant

**Location**: Pitt Meadows, BC

**Reports to**: Accounting and Administrative Supervisor

**ABOUT US**

We are seeking an experienced individual for the **Junior** **Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant **opportunity for a full-time hourly position at our company.

**Job duties**

Performs day-to-day activities; this includes but is not limited to:

- Coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies
- Managing vendors and processing accounts payable and receivable activities
- Track, follow up, and receive shipments and packages
- Preparing customs paperwork for import/exports and monitoring shipping activities
- Processing and filing invoices
- Manage agendas/travel arrangements/appointments etc. for the upper management
- Maintain supply inventory and storage, and perform office management tasks, e.g. consumables orders, repair requests, postal and kitchen supply. Carry out miscellaneous administration tasks as requested by managers.
- Best identify and order/purchase/coordinate approved equipment, materials or services for the company and process payments and receive/pick up supplies
- Enter bills into Sage to record costs and allocate expense accounts on purchases
- Reconcile vendor statements and proof for accuracy, spot check costs to ensure consistency in billing
- Prepare Accounts Payable reports for review, issue vendor payments via cheque and credit card
- Prepare purchase orders for vendors
- Set up new Customers and enter sales orders for web sales.
- Reconcile company bank accounts and credit card statements
- Prepare bank deposits
- Filing, reporting, and other general bookkeeping and administrative duties as needed to keep the office running smoothly and meet various project objectives

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 1-2 years' experience in bookkeeping and business administration
- Proficiency in MS Office, Sage 50 is an asset.
- Excellent communication skills, strong command of the English language
- Pleasant and efficient telephone and reception skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills - Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Valid BC Driver’s license; use of personal vehicle for office purpose may be required

What We Offer
- A ground-level entry into an exciting and innovative AgTech company with opportunities for growth
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package

**Salary**: $20.00-$21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1Z1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Accounting and Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person