Accounting Assistant

Highbridge Human Capital; Vernon; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Paid vacation

RRSP program

Job summary

Westridge Iron in Vernon, BC is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations, including A/P, A/R, reconciliations, and month-end close across eight+ entities

The role reports to the Controller and requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, growth environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping support role.
• Post-secondary coursework in accounting, business, or finance is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and strong data entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Track and code project expenses by job and reconcile monthly LEM reports.
• Assist with intercompany accounting, payroll admin, and multi‑company month-end close.
• Prepare financial reports for the Controller and support tax filings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Clear communication

Education

Post-secondary coursework in accounting, business, or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Westridge Iron is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their team in Vernon, BC. Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Assistant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close activities across the organization's entities.

This role helps ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and strong financial discipline by providing reliable transactional and administrative support to the finance team.

This role requires strong attention to detail, solid organizational skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

General Accounting & Month-End Support

• Track and code project related expenses by job
• Prepare and reconcile monthly LEM reports
• Pull WorkSafe Clearance letters
• Assist with intercompany accounting and bank reconciliations (8+ companies)
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures (8+ companies)
• Assist with payroll admin (DPSP/RRSP and benefit enrollments)
• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Assist with variance analysis
• Assist with audit prep and documentation requests

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare financial reports for the Controller
• Provide general admin support to the finance department (AR and AP support)
• Process AR credit applications, invoices and payment receipts
• Support CRA and Provincial remittance filings
• Support multi-company consolidation reporting and analysis
• Administer insurance policies and renewals (certificates of insurance, claims support, renewal tracking)

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure transactions are processed in accordance with internal controls and company policy
• Prepare and file monthly PST/GST returns and Income Tax Installments, for all entities
• Support timely and accurate filing of applicable tax documentation (e.g., WCB/WSIB, T4A/1099 support)
• Flag discrepancies or irregularities to the Controller

Requirements

• Post-secondary coursework in accounting, business, or finance an asset
• 3+ years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping support role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry

Our "must haves" that make you great:

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Brings a consistently positive and professional attitude, maintaining composure and good humour under deadline pressure
• Ability to handle ad-hoc reports/requests
• Ability to communicate clearly with vendors and internal teams
• Strong sense of ownership over accuracy and follow-through

Benefits

• Compensation: $78,000 - $82,000 annually, based on skill set and experience
• Benefits: Extended health benefits, paid vacation, and company RRSP program