Woodlands Accounting Assistant

Tolko Industries; Lumby; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Woodlands Accounting Assistant to join their Southern Interior Woodlands Division. This role involves managing contracts and processing payments for woodlands contractors, requiring a detail-oriented professional with strong computer skills, especially in Excel. Candidates will engage in a supportive environment focused on sustainable practices while enjoying competitive salaries and excellent benefits. If you're eager to learn and thrive under deadlines, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Training and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in administration or accounting.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Set up contracts in LIMS for Timbermark and contractors.
• Perform monthly GL account reconciliations and journal vouchers.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Computer skills

Relationship building

Accounting practices

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary education in business or administration

Tools

Excel

LIMS system

Job description

Woodlands Accounting Assistant

Location: Lumby, British Columbia (preferred); Williams Lake, British Columbia; Slave Lake, Alberta (possible locations)

Our Woodlands Accounting Assistant is an essential team member responsible for entering contracts and preparing and processing woodlands contractor logging payments. We seek a detail-oriented administrative professional who is eager to learn and thrives under deadlines.

Join our Southern Interior Woodlands Division. Preference will be given to candidates based in Lumby, BC, but we also consider applicants from Williams Lake, BC, and Slave Lake, AB. Our team manages Tolko's tenure and fibre supply across 953,447 hectares in the Southern Interior of BC, committed to sustainable practices for community benefit.

Qualifications:

• Two years relevant experience in administration or accounting.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of the forest industry and woodlands activities is an asset.
• Understanding of accounting practices.
• Experience with the LIMS system / database is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in business or administration is an asset.

We value diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet all qualifications, we welcome your application and story.

In your role, you will:

• Set up contracts in LIMS for Timbermark and contractors regularly.
• Process various informational reports.
• Perform monthly GL account reconciliations, journal vouchers, and office duties.
• Interface with internal and external contacts including vendors, contractors, truckers, scalers, CRA, and the Ministry of Forests.
• Adopt a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Work independently as a resourceful team player.

What’s in it for you?

• Engage in an exciting challenge with supportive colleagues.
• Earn a competitive salary based on skills and experience, ranging from $54,000 - $72,000 per year.
• Access excellent benefits supporting your wellbeing and future.
• Benefit from continued development through training, tuition reimbursement, and memberships.
• Be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you are passionate about working in a sustainable, future-focused industry, Tolko is the place for you. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years, committed to sustainable forest management for future generations.

Join our family. Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.

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