job descrption

About Staffing® is an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

We have partnered with our family-run, service-based client to support them in the recruitment process to find their next Accounting & Administrative Assistant.

Job ID: 42386

Job Type: Direct Hire

Category: Accounting

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Our client is seeking an Accounting & Administrative Assistant to provide support to their dynamic, service-based office on a permanent capacity. This role will encompass responsibilities across both their NE and SE locations, requiring the ability to drive between sites when needed.

The selected candidate will collaborate closely with the existing team, focusing on tasks such as Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), and general administrative duties (e.g., answering calls, managing emails). Flexibility to assist the team with additional tasks as needed is essential.

The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in both administrative and accounting functions, enabling them to seamlessly integrate into our clients operations. Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a commitment to accountability are required for this integral role within this local business.

If you’re looking for a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, team environment, we’d love for you to apply!

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

Supporting the accounting department with accounts payable (A/P) and receivable (A/R)

Data entry

Invoicing and billings

Bank and cheque runs, reconciliations, and deposits

Answering phone calls and responding to email inquries

Providing support with shipping and receiving as needed

General office support and additional tasks as required

Qualifications:

Valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle are required to commute between SE and NE office

Clean criminal background check

Experience:

2+ years of experience in an accounting role (or an administrative role with accounting functions) is required

Experience in Sage 100 is a strong asset

Skills:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Organization and prioritization skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Self-starter

Adaptable and eager to learn

Base Salary: $22-25 per hour

Salary is based on experience

Work Hours:

Monday to Friday

8:00am – 5:00pm

Additional Notes:

This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.

All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffing® recruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with accounting jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to accounting jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I apply?

Our Recruitment Team will be notified once you have submitted your resume. They will review your resume against our current job postings. If you meet the employer’s requirements, a recruiter may be in touch to begin the recruitment process.

Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on. We are constantly posting accounting jobs so check back with us regularly.

For more FAQs, feel free to stop by our job seeker page