Bookkeeper

Lorax Environmental Services Ltd. is seeking a Bookkeeper to join our team at the Vancouver, BC office for a full-time position. This role blends administrative project support with advanced bookkeeping responsibilities, such as managing accounts payable/receivable. We are a growing company and require an assistant with full-cycle accounting experience. This position offers an opportunity to work with a highly motivated team of professionals.

This position is full-time on-site at Lorax’s Vancouver office.

• Manage timesheets, accounts payable & receivable efficiently and accurately
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and financial records
• Assist in administrative tasks according to the instructions of the project management and ensure a smooth flow of communication between all parties involved, including deadline management and deliverables
• Assist in drafting accruals and invoices in support of Project Accountant
• Perform relief front office duties including reception, report formatting, shipping/courier coordination, when required

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in a bookkeeping/accounting position.
• Degree or certification in bookkeeping/accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Experience with administrative and office support.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for interfacing with team members with technical backgrounds as well as clients, collaborating consultants, and other stakeholders. Experience in a service-oriented industry would be an asset.
• Strong understanding of accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry & record keeping
• Good time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a group/team environment
• Be reliable and trustworthy

• Good communication skills and team spirit
• Good analytical skills
• Project scheduling expertise
• A high level of personal responsibility and self-discipline
• Advanced accounting experience and Excel skills

Lorax Environmental Services Ltd. is an employee-owned environmental consulting company that has been providing leading-edge services to mining, hydropower, wind energy, oil and gas, and government regulatory agencies globally since 1996. The Lorax team is comprised of over 40 scientists and engineers practicing in the fields of hydrogeology, geochemistry, hydrology, climate science, surface water quality, biological services, and oceanography.

Lorax provides a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and a group RRSP program.

All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and willing to work out of our Vancouver office.

Compensation ranges from $60K to $90K/year, commensurate with experience.

Note:

This role is ONSITE 5 days a week IN OFFICE