Office Administrator

**The Opportunity**

Do you want to work with the best construction company in the Kootenays? We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Office Administrator to join our growing team based out of our satellite office in Fernie, British Columbia. Reporting to the Controller, the Office Administrator is the go-to person for the organization of all administration for two busy offices in Fernie and Nelson. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration including managing all software and IT needs, managing insurance, licenses, general inquiries, records management and support for all aspects of the business. The Office Administrator will also be responsible for some bookkeeping functions as needed, with potential travel to the Nelson office as needed. We are looking to hire a full-time, **Office Administrator.** As a member of the North Mountain Construction team, you will play a key role in overseeing the administrative operations of the business. We look for those with a keenness to learn, solid work ethic, an eye for detail, and desire to contribute to building our communities.

**Who We are**:
North Mountain Construction has been providing construction services in the Kootenays of British Columbia’s since 2007. With a combined 100+ years of experience we have excelled in delivering over 50 projects in the region. We are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients with integrity, expertise and dedication. North Mountain Construction has a strong local presence and we wholeheartedly believe in fostering long-lasting relationships with our local sub-trades and suppliers, which provides preferential and competitive pricing for our clients while providing continuous opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways to the communities in which we all live, work and play.

**NORTH MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION VALUES**

**INTEGRITY** - We build trust by respecting our clients, partners, and the environment.

**TEAM**- We are a dedicated, inclusive team that supports each other.

**EXCELLENCE** - We take pride in the quality of our work and achieving exceptional results.

**COMMUNITY** -We contribute to and enhance the communities in which we live and work.

**Do you enjoy?**
- Bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, posting revenues and overseeing accounts receivable.
- Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of the office including answering phones, greeting visitors, coordinating mail/couriers, and assisting site/shop crew
- Working with our Human Resources department to ensure all staff have the technology and software they need to perform to their highest level
- Managing and tracking company assets including trucks, computers, purchase accounts and licenses
- Administrative tasks including insurance renewals, arranging travel and completing documentation as required
- Assisting with human resources initiatives including celebration planning
- Preparing business correspondence
- Organizing and filing documents

**Does this sound like you?**
- Strong bookkeeping skills
- Exceptional ability to communicate, resolve issues, and contribute to a motivating and inspiring team culture
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal and relationship building skills with proven diplomacy.
- Possesses high standards of professional conduct
- Excellent verbal and written English skills
- Strong organizational skills (including efficient office organization) with high attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and improve inefficiencies; possesses a continuous improvement mindset
- Able to perform multiple tasks, balance priorities and meet deadlines without close supervision; adaptable to respond to the needs of the business.
- Able to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Takes initiative and has a high level of ambition; motivated.
- Website design and social media maintenance experience is an asset
- Certificate or diploma in Business Administration, Bookkeeping, or other related field
- Five years’ recent, related experience
- Understanding of and/or experience in the construction industry is helpful

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Fernie, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- administrative: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person