Accounting Assistant

Contenido de trabajo

Location

North Vancouver/New Westminster, BC

Description

Hatfield has been awarded one of BC’s Top Employers for 2022 and we’re looking for more outstanding people to join our team! We do interesting and meaningful work with opportunities for career and professional growth. We also offer a competitive compensation package, flexible work hours, vacation allowances, and comprehensive health benefits including extended health coverage, an employee and family assistance program, and a RRSP matching plan.

This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate. A bit of experience is preferred, however, we are willing to train the right person. The successful candidate will be an individual who has a strong work ethic, natural problem solver, demonstrates initiative routinely, and is eager to learn and grow with us.

Must be able to work in either our North Vancouver or New Westminster office. Training will occur at our North Vancouver office.

Hatfield is an innovative, purpose-driven company that provides services in environmental and social sciences to advance sustainable development in Canada and internationally. We are seeking a highly organized individual to work as an Accounting Assistant within our accounting team. The Accounting Assistant will provide accounting and billing support to foster the success of projects. The successful candidate will have a great work ethic, an ability to build effective working relationships, and general knowledge of accounting principles.

40 hours per week. No remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day cash management including collections and banking transactions
• Process & assist in project invoicing in a team environment
• Assist in setting up new projects and budget data in the ERP system
• Maintain the project profile throughout the project duration
• Support GST and reconciliations as required
• Support accounts payables process when needed
• Provide support to equipment management and billing system
• Assist with annual audits by providing supporting documents
• Ensure adherence to internal controls over the financial reporting process
• Perform other general accounting and/or admin duties as assigned
  

Education And Experience

• Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in business, commerce, accounting, or related discipline
• 1~2+ years of progressive accounting experience is preferred, but we will train the right person
• Working knowledge of GST requirements
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work in a changing and dynamic work environment
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written/verbal)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, with eagerness to learn and grow
• Strong aptitude for financial systems, experience with ERP is an asset
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  

Hatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV describing your experience and salary expectations in confidence through the online form or email:resumes@hatfieldgroup.catsone.com (no phone calls please). Please indicate “Accounting Assistant” in your subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.