Administrative Assistant - Surrey, Canada - Western Pacific Enterprises

Western Pacific Enterprises

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About the Role:
The Administrative Assistant works in a busy office environment and must efficiently multitask between various assignments. This position plays a key role in the coordination and distribution of work. Project managers, office managers, and field staff are the primary internal customers the Administrative Assistant supports.

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada.

Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia's largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System.

Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community

Essential Functions

Ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and delivered with high quality in a timely manner
Data entry
Handle various accounting tasks, such as processing weekly payroll
Utilize Microsoft Excel for data management and retention
Submit and file invoices
Serve clients, vendors, and other walkin customers by welcoming and directing them appropriately
Administrative support for field and office personnel
Receive, sort, and disperse mail
Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, scanners, phone systems, and computers
Answer phones, provide basic information and transfer callers as appropriate
Efficiently and professionally manage the flow of people and information through the business
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Companydesignated office or field location

Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

About You:

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of payroll and/or general administrative experience required
High school diploma or GED is required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Working knowledge of JD Edwards/payroll system module or equivalent to
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Superior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while supporting management
Excellent attention to detail
Selfstarter with a good attitude
Ability to maintain a professional appearance
Flexibility to work in various locations within 10 miles from each other, throughout the week

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits
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Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
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Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
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Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
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Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
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ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - $250 quarterly, $1,000 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.

Annual
Vacation starting at
10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days:
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more).
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

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MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands.

We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._**- MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer._

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any thirdparty recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team._