Operations Manager - Maternity Leave Contract

Cameron Izard Snell LLP; Victoria; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Fridays off in the summer

Pancake breakfasts

BBQs

Kayaking trips

Axe-throwing

Volleyball games

Job summary

Cameron Izard Snell LLP is seeking a Contract Office Manager to cover a 1-year maternity leave starting January 2027 in our Victoria office. The role requires an organized, multi-talented administrator capable of supporting a high-functioning team.

Ideal candidates will have experience as an administrative assistant or office manager and demonstrate a proactive attitude. Not eligible for remote work; the position includes diverse responsibilities from payroll to events and HR tasks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of office experience in an administrative assistant or office manager role.
• Experience supporting a team and handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the office environment including supplies, organization, and external contractors for cleaning and maintenance.
• Provide professional in-person and phone support for staff and clients as needed.

Skills

Office management

Payroll processing

Administrative support

Customer service

Communication

Job description

We are looking for a contract Office Manager to join ourteam to cover a 1-year maternity leave starting January 2027.

Are you a highly organized, multi-talented,administrative-ly experienced go getter? Do you love juggling balls, adaptingto new situations and working independently to support a highly functioning,well-oiled team? If you feel we are ticking your boxes, then this positioncould be for you!

Ideal candidates would have experience as an administrativeassistant or office manager but having the right attitude is the key!

Your responsibilities at the firm would include but notbe limited to:

• Managing all aspects of the office environmentincluding ordering supplies, keeping the office organized, coordinatingwith outside contractors to provide cleaning, repairs and installation ofoffice equipment.
• Providing support in a professional work environmentfor staff and clients with general inquiries in person, on the phone, andacting as the first point of contact in the office as needed.
• Supporting AR/AP activities including tracking andpayment for external service providers and creating reports to ensurebookkeeping is accurate.
• Managing the company website and keeping our digitalchannels running and up to date.
• Organizing company events, training sessions, andmeetings.
• Acting as client support specialist during busy timesof the year, securing signatures and sending tax returns.
• Executing bi-monthly payroll processing, includingbonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements,hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes.
• Assisting with light HR related duties likeonboarding new staff, updating employee manual, participating inrecruitment efforts and creating monthly reports to track performance,hours, vacation, etc. for staff.

You're sure to really like us if you:

• Enjoy working with a diverse set of clients andcan adapt to their needs.
• Are excited to build on your skills and continueto learn on the job from staff of all skill sets and levels.
• Love having a flexible work schedule, Fridays offin the summer, and other amazing benefits!
• Want to join in on our pancake breakfasts, BBQs,Kayaking trips, maybe even axe-throwing and volleyball games?

We're sure to really like you if you:

• Are a keen team player who can work effectively witha wide range of staff
• Are adaptable to new technologies and willing tolearn new skills
• Take initiative, follow directions, and proceedindependently
• Like to suggest solutions, work through processes,and create new ideas to meet the needs of the firm
• Have 2+ years of office experience in anadministrative assistant or similar role, office management and/or payrollexperience is an asset.

This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work due to thenature of the position.

At CIS LLP we are dedicated to building an inclusive andauthentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experiencedoesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, weencourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this orother roles.

The Firm

Delivering exceptional client service and trusted financialadvice since 2007, Cameron Izard Snell LLP has the experienced tax andaccounting professionals to help you. We have a record of building enduringclient relationships through personalized service and quality work. We believethat our success and longevity depend on the growing success of our clients.

We are a mid-sized firm, located in downtown Victoria andrecognized for our expertise in estates and trusts, corporate tax andaccounting and U.S. personal tax. The founding members of our team receivedtheir training from international firms, giving us the unique ability tocombine the benefits of big firm experience with small firm service. Our teamis committed to excellence, built upon years of advanced training and technicalexperience.