About Us
At Peace River Transport Limited Partnership, the safety of our team and the community is our highest priority. We are committed to delivering the natural resources essential for supporting Mercer Peace River Pulp’s operations while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and employing a skilled workforce. In 2023, Peace River Transport was recognized as a finalist for Canada’s Safest New Employer and, we have been one of Trucking HR Canada’s Top Fleet Employers the last 3 years.
Position Summary
Peace River Transport LP is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Accounting & Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role blends accounts payable and bookkeeping support with day-to-day office administration — you'll help keep our invoicing, vendor payments, and office records accurate and up to date. We're looking for someone reliable, comfortable juggling multiple priorities, and confident working with numbers as well as people.
Responsibilities:
● Adhere to Mercer’s Road to Zero program which means that all safety procedures are followed in your best effort to maintain yours and others safety while at work
● Collect and sort incoming tickets and mail, distributing items to the appropriate team members
● Monitor and respond to daily email correspondence
● Enter approved vendor invoices into accounting software (Sage) accurately and in a timely manner
● Match vendor invoices to corresponding receiving or service records prior to entry
● Prepare and issue customer invoices for various service lines
● Review monthly bank and credit card transactions, ensuring all activity is recorded and properly filed
● Compile weekly and monthly payables, submit for management approval, and process approved payments
● Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems for invoices, statements, and vendor records, including month-end folder setup
● Keep operational spreadsheets and reports current with the latest data
● Follow up with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies or request missing documentation
● Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or office administration
- Familiarity with accounting software (Sage50 experience an asset)
- Strong proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Comfortable communicating with vendors and internal team members
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality with financial information
- A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
Your schedule will primarily be Monday to Thursday from 7:00am to 5:00pm with Friday's off. We are currently looking for candidates living in Peace River, AB or surrounding area.
Peace River Transport Limited Partnership believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected factors.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
