Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant

Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant:
Onsite–Whitehorse,Yukon

Location
:
Whitehorse,Yukon (Onsite)
Employment Type
:
Full-time

Join a dynamic and growing CPA firm in Whitehorse,Yukon, where you can experience the complex and rewarding work of a larger firm with the relaxed flexibility of a boutique practice. At McKay and Associates, we offer opportunities to work with diverse clients and industries, including First Nation communities and businesses dedicated to mining services and resources, hospitality, manufacturing, municipalities andmore.

Be part of a growing team and advance your career withus.

This is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance to experience the “Northof North” lifestyle in the Yukon under the glow of the Northern Lights. What sets us apart is our ability to offer engaging, high‑calibre opportunities typically found at larger firms and a supportive, mentorship‑driven community.

As a Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant, you will be an integral part of the firm’s day‑to‑day operations. Work closely with partners and staff to provide bookkeeping, administrative and office support across multiple service areas while representing the firm in a professional manner.

This role is well suited to a highly organized, proactive professional who demonstrates strong communication skills and exercises a high degree of discretion while actively contributing to a wide range of firm matters.

Office and reception support

• Provide a welcoming front-office experience while greeting clients andguests
• Answer and route incoming calls and email correspondence with professionalism and attention to deadlines
• Perform general clerical duties, including data entry, file preparation and document management
• Operate and maintain office equipment such as printers and scanners
• Maintain and update iFirmsoftware

Financial and bookkeeping experience

• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
• Prepare bank deposits and process credit and debit transactions
• Issue monthly statements for overdue accounts

Audit and tax administration

• Provide administrative support to partners and staff across audit and tax engagements
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all levels ofstaff
• Arrange logistics for meetings, conferences andevents
• Attend meetings and prepare minutes asneeded
• Manage filing and documentation related to engagements and projects
• Prepare and edit presentations and professional correspondence
• Review and edit financial statements, proposals, contracts, letters and invoices

We seek a dedicated professional with the following qualifications:

• University or college education in Business Administration (diploma or certificate)
• Multiple years of experience in administration, reception or office management
• Strong verbal and written English communication (French is anasset)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a consistently professional approach
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Intermediate to advanced computer and software skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented and solution focused
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible and willing to work overtime when required
• Reliable, punctual and accountable in all aspects of therole

• Competitive compensation plus bonus opportunities.
• Extended health care, dental care, vision care, disability insurance and life insurance.
• Access to the Northern Allowance, a financial benefit for working in the northern regions of Canada if you elect to stay in the Yukon for an extended period.
• The opportunity to live and work in Whitehorse, a vibrant community filled with adventure and cultural richness.
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