Administrative Assistant

**Administrative Assistant [6 month contract]** Office Location **Vancouver, BC** Alternate Location **Langley, BC, Abbotsford, BC** Req # **8524** **Who we are** You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone's friendly and helps each other out? That's like Grant Thornton. Except here we're all professionals and there isn't a mayor or a general store.

What we're trying to say is that we're a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That's what's most important to us. We're building a thriving organization that's purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is. **As an Administrative Assistant [6 month contract] your responsibilities will include**: - Working independently and within a team environment to support the client service staff to produce high quality client deliverables - Provide billing support using various Grant Thornton systems and in accordance with the terms of the engagement letter - Managing electronic and paper-based client files and compilations of tax returns - Format financial statements in compliance in Firm standards - Preparation of letters and reports using firm templates in compliance with Firm standards - Proof-read, review for quality and verify content before finalizing any client deliverables - Preparing hard files for clients based on requests from the external client service team and new client setup processes - E-filing as required - Scan documents and embed in electronic file - Participate in training and stay current with GT software - Assist in the preparation and submission of time and expense reports for the partner(s) supported - Organize information and maintain database for marketing purposes using our contact relationship management software - Plan and coordinate cost-effective and sometimes complex domestic and international travel arrangements and itineraries for individuals and groups - General administrative duties including, but not limited to: reception, filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing and mailing *** **Be Grant Thornton** If you're a bit like us, you're driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking.

Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts "we before me", where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Grant Thornton, you'll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are.

And when all this comes together, well that's when the magic happens **Think you've got what it takes to be an Administrative Assistant [6 month contract]? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick**: - Strong Word Processing Skills - 2 to 4 years of administrative experience - Excellent data entry skills and high attention to detail with an aptitude for proofreading and suggesting alternatives - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to multi-task and prioritize - Exceptional client service mindset - Computer savvy - ability to learn and troubleshoot various computer programs - Knowledge of CaseWare and or Keystone and past experience in financial statement preparation an asset - Ability to work effectively under pressure - Takes initiative, takes direction and works well independently - Keen attention to detail, efficient and accurate At Grant Thornton we're focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities.

That's our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple. **Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?** LI-HYBRID