Office Assistant/Payroll

About the company We are a premier lumberyard supplying a wide range of construction materials to commercial and residential construction projects throughout the greater Victoria area. This includes but is not limited to dimensional lumber, plywood, drywall, insulation, steel stud, mouldings & millwork, doors and windows. Job Overview: The Office Assistant is responsible for assisting with all office duties within the Company which would include invoice verification to purchase orders, payroll, checking deliveries, cash balancing and deposits. The Office Assistant reports directly to the Controller. Required Accountabilities: * Verify supplier invoices to Purchase Orders * Post Invoices to accounts payable * Produce and make daily bank deposits and cash floats * Posting of transactions to the appropriate GL accounts * Maintain payroll records for all employees; prepare payroll direct deposits with required deductions; maintain a payroll and personal record for each employee * Prepare and ensure all customer statements are sent out monthly and on time * Verify delivery slip billing integrity * Process credit memos * Ordering of office supplies and arrange for equipment servicing in cases where repairs are needed * Process incoming and outgoing mail * Act as reception for customer inquires * Assume other duties as assigned by the Controller or Management Job Requirements: * Post-secondary diploma/certificate in accounting or business administration preferred * 2+ years of experience in an accounts receivable and payroll role * Proficient in MS Excel * Highly organized, detail oriented, flexible and able to deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities, able to adjust to urgent situations * Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, especially with both technical and financial backgrounds * Bondable We are a well-established company within which there is room for advancement for the individual who demonstrates conscientiousness, diligence, honesty, integrity, critical thinking and is a self-starter. If you have the qualifications that we are looking for and wish to join our team, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers2019@lumberworld.net