Accounting Administrator

Canadian Base Operators Inc; Southport; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support services provider for the Royal Canadian Air Force seeks a part-time Accounting Administrator in Southport, MB. The role involves managing accounts payable, preparing invoices, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong organizational skills. Comprehensive benefits and a signing bonus are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and pension package

Signing bonus after successful completion of probation

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of administrative experience in an office environment.
• Knowledgeable of accounting functions and processes.
• Eligible to obtain Enhanced Reliability Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and prepare invoices.
• Create and process work orders and maintain filing systems.
• Assist with inventory control and provide month-end reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate in administrative field or accounting

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

JD Edwards or Oracle-based ERP system

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Canadian Base Operators’ Southport team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. As a proud partner with Kelowna Aerospace Defence Programs, we deliver numerous support services tailored to our client, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

The Accounting Administrator position is a part-time permanent role located in Southport, MB and reports to the Financial Analyst. Their primary focus is to apply accounting principles and procedures throughout the organization’s accounting cycle. We provide a flexible work schedule of 20 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, between 8:00am – 4:30pm. Additional hours are offered to cover off other admin personnel.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage accounts payable
• Prepare invoices for payment and reconcile vendor accounts
• Reconcile parts deliveries with PO’s
• Create, schedule, process and close work orders
• Prepare monthly preventative maintenance work orders
• Assist with Reception responsibilities – telephone calls, emails, mail and visitors
• Assist with inventory control
• Provide backup for daily time entry
• Provide month-end reports
• Maintain filing system of all accounts payables.
• Order office supplies
• Participate in the prevention of accidents and promote a safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Continuous Learning
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and respects others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate in the administrative field, accounting or related field an asset

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1-3 years of administrative experience in an office environment
• Knowledgeable of accounting functions and processes an asset

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Organized and demonstrated time management
• Works effectively with shifting priorities
• Self-motivated, reliable and resourceful
• Exceptional verbal and written communication
• Sound judgement and discretion when dealing with financial records and sensitive employee information
• Eligible to obtain an Enhanced Reliability Clearance by the Canadian Industrial Security Directorate

Intermediate/Advanced user of:

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system

$500 Signing bonus after successful completion of probation.

Comprehensive benefits and pension package included.

Due to many mandatory vaccination requirements at client projects / facilities, in order to provide substantial employment by ensuring compliance with our clients’ mandates, the successful candidate may be required to validate full vaccination prior to hire.

Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.