Administrative Support

ecl.vincere.io; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm in Edmonton is seeking a Temporary Administrative Assistant to support their team during the busy season. This role involves providing administrative support to partners, maintaining filing systems, and assisting with document proofreading. Ideal candidates will have prior office administration experience, strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and excellent attention to detail. The role is full-time in-office, offering a collaborative work environment during peak operational times.

Qualifications

• Previous office administration experience is required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to partners and team members during peak busy season.
• Perform data entry and maintain organized filing systems.
• Assist with proofreading and editing of letters and documents.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Assistant

Type: Temporary | In-Office | Edmonton, AB

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established accounting firm in South Edmonton, is seeking a Temporary Administrative Assistant to support their team during the busy season (January through April). This role is ideal for an experienced office administrator who thrives in a fast-paced, professional services environment and enjoys being part of a close-knit, collaborative team.

The administrative team works closely together to support 13 partners and the broader firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to partners and team members during peak busy season.
• Print, bind, and archive client packages with a high level of accuracy.
• Perform data entry and maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems.
• Assist with proofreading and editing of letters and documents.
• Provide backup coverage for reception, including answering phones and greeting clients.
• Assist with mail and courier coordination as required.
• Support the team with general office administration and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Position Requirements

• Previous office administration experience is required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; overall comfort with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to quickly learn new industry specific software,
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with client documentation.
• Professional maturity and ability to manage a cyclical, high-volume workload.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable interacting with partners, clients, and team members.
• Adaptable, proactive, and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Able to balance being friendly and approachable with staying focused and productive,
• Comfortable adjusting communication style depending on client presence and office dynamics.

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