WE'RE HIRING: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

FFAW-Unifor is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position will report to the Office Manager and will be able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. The successful candidate will be tasked with a wide variety of administrative and accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
– Answer phones, take messages and direct office visitors
– Coordinate appointments, meetings, agendas, maintain calendars and record and distribute meeting minutes
– Maintain confidential records and ensure information is handled appropriately
– Assist with data entry, accounts receivable and accounts payable
– Support a broad range of administrative activities as required

Qualifications:
– 1-3 years’ experience or equivalent in an administrative level capacity
– Advanced-level Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
– Ability to exercise sound judgment, prioritization and maintain confidentiality
– Exceptional organizational skills
– The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills
– Background in accounting and familiarity with accounting software would be an asset
– Legally permitted to work in Canada

The position is based in St. John’s, NL. Resumes should be sent with a cover letter and references via email to jobs@ffaw.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.