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32 results for Senior Administrative Assistant jobs
- Edmonton, AB
- remote
- Temporary
- 27.00 - 35.00 CAD / Hourly
- <p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Administrative Support professional for an on-site assignment in Edmonton, AB. This long-term contract role involves supporting critical administrative and payment processes within a dynamic environment. The position requires a high level of technical proficiency and attention to detail to ensure smooth operations and accuracy in financial tasks.</p> <strong>Job Responsibilities</strong> <ul><li>Coordinate and process a high volume of payments, ensuring all information is accurate and complete.</li><li>Review and validate payment requests, verifying approvals and thresholds for grants within the appropriate fiscal year.</li><li>Utilize systems such as 1GX and related platforms to manage non-purchase order payments and reconcile financial data.</li><li>Monitor and maintain vendor information, confirming all details are correct before processing transactions.</li><li>Manage security clearance requirements for payment processing, accessing sensitive information as needed.</li><li>Identify and address discrepancies, communicating assertively with relevant teams to resolve issues.</li><li>Support reconciliation activities, ensuring accuracy through multi-step verification and cross-checking procedures.</li><li>Collaborate with team members and management to ensure timely completion of tasks, especially during periods of increased workload or staff absence.</li><li>Contribute to administrative tasks as assigned, adapting to changing priorities and operational needs.</li></ul> <strong>Job Requirements</strong> <ul><li>Experience in administrative coordination or support roles, preferably within infrastructure or transportation sectors.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with 1GX and related financial or contract management systems.</li><li>Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data and documentation.</li><li>Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Effective communication skills, including the ability to clearly address issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Experience processing a high volume of transactions and performing complex reconciliations.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Calgary, AB
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000.00 - 65000.00 CAD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Assistant on behalf of our client, a well-established organization looking to add a dependable and detail-oriented professional to its accounting team. This role is ideal for someone with strong accounts payable expertise, solid systems knowledge, and the ability to manage day-to-day transactional accounting responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process high-volume accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Review invoices, match purchase orders, and ensure proper coding and approvals</li><li>Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries professionally</li><li>Assist with check runs, EFT/wire processing, and payment reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Enter and maintain accounting data within Yardi</li><li>Help with general accounting and administrative support as needed</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and payment discrepancies</li></ul>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Richmond, BC
- remote
- Temporary
- 24.00 - 25.00 CAD / Hourly
- <p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Office Administrator for a contract position based in Richmond, BC. This on-site role focuses on supporting daily administrative operations and facilities tasks within a dynamic office environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth functioning of the office for a period of four weeks.</p> <strong>Job Responsibilities</strong> <ul><li>Manage daily office activities, including reception duties, correspondence, scheduling, and supply coordination.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for visitors, clients, and staff at the main reception desk and phone lines.</li><li>Maintain cleanliness and order in common areas, kitchens, and meeting rooms, and oversee the procurement of maintenance supplies.</li><li>Coordinate meeting logistics, including boardroom setup, catering arrangements, and minute-taking when required.</li><li>Handle the receipt of packages and manage shipping, receiving, and inventory tracking using relevant systems.</li><li>Assist with travel arrangements and address inquiries related to expense reports.</li><li>Support internal office moves, maintenance scheduling, and liaise with external vendors for services such as pest control or locksmiths.</li><li>Order, restock, and maintain coffee, snack, and beverage supplies, ensure coffee machines are operational, and set up daily refreshments.</li><li>Contribute to organizing events, support special projects, and assist with facilities-related purchases as needed.</li></ul> <strong>Job Requirements</strong> <ul><li>Completion of high school diploma or GED; additional administrative or relevant training is considered beneficial.</li><li>Two to three years of experience in office administration and facilities coordination.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Jira and other systems is advantageous.</li><li>Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Effective communication and customer service skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities in the workplace.</li><li>Understanding of basic accounting, facilities operations, or the ability to read blueprints is an asset.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Toronto, ON
- remote
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
- 30.00 - 33.00 CAD / Hourly
- <p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in Vaughan, ON. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, primarily on-site. The role is structured as a contract with the potential to become permanent. </p> <strong>Job Responsibilities</strong> <ul><li>Manage all accounting activities for two entities, including daily entries and monthly close processes.</li><li>Maintain accurate bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online, entering vendor bills, customer invoices, and expenses.</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on a weekly basis to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger through proper coding, journal entries, and necessary adjustments.</li><li>Record and monitor intercompany transactions between both organizations.</li><li>Complete month-end close tasks, including reconciling all balance sheet accounts and posting accruals and prepaids.</li><li>Prepare and submit required returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.</li><li>Generate monthly financial statements for review and prepare year-end books for the external CPA.</li><li>Update and analyze cash flow statements in Excel, maintaining rolling forecasts for 4, 8, and 12 weeks.</li><li>Identify and communicate any upcoming cash shortfalls or unusual financial movements to management promptly.</li></ul> <strong>Job Requirements</strong> <ul><li>At least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise with QuickBooks Online and Excel for financial reporting and forecasting.</li><li>Strong ability to reconcile accounts, post adjusting entries, and maintain accurate ledgers.</li><li>Experience managing accounting functions for multiple entities or intercompany transactions.</li><li>Proven capacity to prepare financial statements and support external audits or year-end processes.</li><li>Attention to detail in tracking and forecasting cash flow across multiple accounts.</li><li>Ability to explain variances between forecasted and actual cash flows and provide clear financial insights.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Airdrie, AB
- remote
- Permanent
- 65000.00 - 80000.00 CAD / Yearly
- <p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Payroll & Office Administrator in Airdrie, AB. This on-site role supports a construction/contractor organization and focuses on both payroll administration and office operations. The successful candidate will contribute to the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processes while ensuring smooth office functionality.</p> <strong>Job Responsibilities</strong> <ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, calculation of pay, and remittance of statutory deductions and garnishments.</li><li>Verify that field logs are accurately recorded and approved prior to payroll submission.</li><li>Review preliminary payroll registers, investigate discrepancies, and secure necessary approvals before releasing payments.</li><li>Implement wage garnishments and family support orders, ensuring timely and accurate remittance to the appropriate agencies.</li><li>Reconcile each payroll cycle with the general ledger and bank records, post journal entries, and manage payroll liability accounts.</li><li>Respond to employee and management inquiries related to pay, deductions, direct deposits, and leave balances while maintaining confidentiality.</li><li>Administer employee benefits plans, process enrolments and changes, and conduct carrier reconciliations.</li><li>Coordinate with operations to support temporary foreign worker processes, including medical insurance, travel, housing, and documentation.</li><li>Oversee expense tracking, including employee expenses, credit card, and fuel card transactions.</li><li>Handle office administration tasks such as managing phone systems, office supplies, and responding to phone inquiries.</li></ul> <strong>Job Requirements</strong> <ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience managing full-cycle payroll, preferably with hourly and field-based staff in Canada.</li><li>Strong understanding of CRA source deductions, Alberta Employment Standards, garnishments, and year-end payroll reporting.</li><li>Proven ability to reconcile payroll to general ledger accounts and post related journal entries.</li><li>Demonstrated numeracy skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Effective time management with the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.</li><li>Comfort working collaboratively with leadership, operations, and field teams to support process adoption.</li><li>Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive employee and financial information.</li><li>Proficiency in Excel and payroll software.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Airdrie, AB
- remote
- Temporary
- 26.00 - 30.00 CAD / Hourly
- <p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Payroll/Office Administration specialist to join their team in Airdrie, AB. This on-site contract position spans 11 weeks and requires a candidate comfortable with hands-on payroll and administrative duties in a dynamic environment. The role involves supporting payroll processes and providing broad office support for a busy operation.</p><ul><li><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>Manage payroll processing for a workforce, including timecard verification and manual data entry.</li><li>Handle accounts payable activities such as processing invoices, reconciling statements, and coordinating payments to vendors.</li><li>Support accounts receivable and employee expense management, including fuel card reconciliation.</li><li>Order office supplies and oversee general office administration tasks as needed.</li><li>Assist with human resources-related functions, including communication with third-party contractors and coordination with external organizations.</li><li>Respond to incoming phone calls and provide a reception presence when required.</li><li>Plan and coordinate office functions, including managing benefit-related inquiries.</li><li>Contribute to closing office procedures and provide support during high-volume periods.</li><li>Perform ad hoc administrative tasks and assist with filtering calls for management.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company procedures.</li><li><strong>Job Requirements</strong>Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll and office administration roles.</li><li>Proficiency in manual payroll processes and timecard analysis.</li><li>Experience with accounts payable and invoice processing, especially in high-volume settings.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.</li><li>Comfort with analytical tasks and strong attention to detail.</li><li>Familiarity with payroll and accounting software, such as Explorer (Eclipse), is considered an asset.</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills, including the use of pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.</li><li>Capacity to adapt to a fast-paced, hands-on work environment and manage competing priorities.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Don Mills, ON
- remote
- Permanent
- 90000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
- <p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our client is a well-established and growing real estate organization seeking a Senior Development Accountant to join their finance team. This role will be responsible for the financial oversight of active development and construction projects, including project accounting, budgeting, lender reporting, cash flow forecasting, and financial analysis.</p><p>The successful candidate will work closely with finance leadership and operational stakeholders, supporting projects from acquisition and planning through construction and completion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Development & Project Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounting and financial reporting for multiple development and construction projects.</li><li>Monitor project costs and ensure expenditures are accurately recorded and tracked against approved budgets.</li><li>Maintain work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and project cost continuity reports.</li><li>Review and process contractor, consultant, and vendor invoices.</li><li>Track commitments, change orders, accruals, and project-related obligations.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end project accounting activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Construction Financing & Lender Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and coordinate construction financing draw packages and supporting documentation.</li><li>Act as a key contact for lenders, consultants, and external stakeholders throughout the funding process.</li><li>Reconcile funding requests against project budgets and incurred costs.</li><li>Monitor financing facilities, funding availability, and project cash requirements.</li><li>Support ongoing lender reporting and financing compliance requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow & Funding Management</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor project funding requirements and cash availability.</li><li>Coordinate funding receipts and project-related disbursements.</li><li>Support short- and long-term cash flow planning.</li><li>Assist leadership in evaluating capital requirements for existing and future projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with external audits and lender information requests.</li><li>Maintain organized project documentation and supporting schedules.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.</li><li>Participate in special projects and ad hoc analysis as required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.</li><li>CPA designation (or in progress) preferred.</li><li>5+ years of progressive accounting experience within real estate, development, construction, or project-based environments.</li><li>Experience with construction financing, lender reporting, and project funding activities.</li><li>Strong understanding of project accounting, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Experience with ERP and property management/accounting systems is considered an asset.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.</li><li><br></li></ul>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z