#103251 - Finance Administrator

Macenna; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

RRSP matching program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Macenna is recruiting a Finance Administrator to join a well-established organization in Fort St. John, BC. The role focuses on maintaining financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will work closely with the Office Manager to support payroll, reporting, budgeting, and process improvements. On-site work in Fort St. John with local residents preferred.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration role.
• Experience working with multiple accounting functions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records and ensure data accuracy across accounting systems.
• Assist with the preparation of regular financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end financial activities.
• Monitor financial transactions and help maintain organized accounting records.
• Review and process supplier invoices for payment and track purchase orders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Post-secondary training in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Sage accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

At Macenna, we’ve been bringing people and companies together in the North Peace since 1997. As one of Fort St. John’s most established staffing and recruitment partners, we’ve built our reputation on professionalism and successfully matching hundreds of employees with employers across multiple industries. We work closely with local businesses to provide temporary, permanent, and contract placements through an extensive, community-rooted talent network.

About the Opportunity

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting for a Finance Administrator to join a well-established organization in Fort St. John, BC. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role supporting a variety of financial and administrative functions.

Working closely with the Office Manager, the Finance Administrator will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and assisting with financial reporting and analysis.

Please note: This is an on-site position located in Fort St. John, BC. Applicants must currently reside in Fort St. John or the immediate surrounding area. Relocation assistance is not available, and candidates requiring relocation will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Maintain financial records and ensure data accuracy across accounting systems.
• Assist with the preparation of regular financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end financial activities.
• Monitor financial transactions and help maintain organized accounting records.

Accounts Payable & Procurement Support

• Review and process supplier invoices for payment.
• Prepare and track purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain vendor information and assist with supplier correspondence.
• Ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly filed.

Payroll & Compliance

• Provide assistance with payroll-related functions when required.
• Prepare statutory remittances and government filings.
• Support compliance with financial policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with audit requests and document preparation.

Reporting & Process Support

• Assist with budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Compile information and reports for management review.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary training in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration role.
• Experience working with multiple accounting functions is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Experience using Sage accounting software.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures, reconciliations, payables processing, and payroll support.

Professional Attributes

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life and disability insurance
• RRSP matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Company events and team activities
• On-site parking

Why Work With Macenna

Macenna is a trusted recruitment partner in northeastern BC known for matching the right people with the right employers for over 20 years. We leverage deep local workforce connections and industry experience to help candidates find meaningful, long-term opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.