Horizon Recruitment is looking for a capable Bookkeeper for a very stable, business in the forestry industry. Our client is a family owned, lumber remanufacturing business that has been supplying quality products, both specialties and commodities, since the early 70's. Located in Delta, B.C., our client manufactures a wide range of softwood products from a variety of species including Western Red Cedar, Hemlock, Douglas Fir and SPF. The mill is union certified and employs approximately 40 people. Our client processes lumber, manufacturing products destined for industrial accounts, retailers, wholesalers and sawmills in the United States, Canada and overseas. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our office and supporting various administrative and bookkeeping tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Print out daily AR & AP invoices, distribute them to the correct department for coding, match to the PO, and post in the accounting system for invoicing, collections and posting payments.
- Update daily punch times in the payroll system and print out bi-weekly reports for payroll processing.
- Print daily and weekly reports for the management’s review.
- Process and file invoices daily.
- Track lumber purchase invoices with PEFC certificates for the PEFC credit tracker.
- Provide costing analysis for certain production runs.
- Assist with various projects as assigned.
- Answer phone calls and provide assistance to the shipping officer as needed.
- Oversee office supplies, including restocking safety supplies.
- Set up new employees with punch cards and enroll them in benefit and payroll software.
Requirements:
- Previous office administrative experience is required.
- Basic knowledge of computer programs and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) is essential.
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, especially when posting AP invoices or handling daily invoicing.
- Strong communication skills, capable of interacting with various personalities.
- Basic accounting knowledge.
- Ability to learn and grow in the role.
- Strong desire to develop professionally to meet the growing needs of the business and the opportunities the role represents.
Remuneration:
- $50 - 60K annually plus benefits
**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.