Receptionist/Administrative Assistant at Burkett & Co. Chartered Professional Accountants

Location:

Burkett & Co. Chartered Professional Accountants

Suite 200, 3561 Shelbourne Street

Victoria, BC, V8P 4G8

Canada

Burkett & Co. Chartered Professional Accountants is a Victoria-based firm providing accounting, tax, and advisory services to small and medium sized businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals and their families. The CPA firm is a member of the Burkett Group of Companies that also provides investment management and family office services to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth households. We pride ourselves on developing deep relationships with clients, characterized by trust and reliability.

Our purpose at Burkett & Co. is to empower our clients to achieve their business and personal financial goals. We strive to develop our experience and knowledge of the latest financial reporting, financial and estate planning and Canadian tax strategies. We turn our knowledge into value for our clients through our pro-active approach to providing comprehensive and innovative solutions. Among our Core Values are teamwork and a commitment to excellence.

Job overview

We are seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join Burkett & Co.’s talented team. The successful candidate will reflect our firm’s core values while providing high quality support to all members of our team as well as our clients. This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Office Manager.

Responsibilities

· Reception duties

· Provide exceptional customer service to our existing and new clients both on the phone and by email/mail correspondence

· Schedule appointments and meetings, ensuring timely communication with clients

· Assist with assembling and delivering client reports, statements, and other key documents

· Support staff with administrative requests, materials prep, and internal communications correspondence

· Coordinate office maintenance and liaise with service providers as required

· Track and organize physical and digital filing systems; assist with off-site storage and shredding arrangements

· Organize travel and accommodation arrangements for executives and staff

· Prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow up on assigned action items

· Assist with special projects and events including recruiting, networking, and training

· Support internal presentations, proposals, and formatting of reports

Job requirements

· High school diploma (post-secondary education in administration is a strong asset)

· 2+ years of experience in administrative or office support roles

· Experience in a professional services environment (accounting, legal, financial) is preferred

· Highly organized and able to manage competing priorities

· Dependable, resourceful, and detail-oriented           

Job Type & Location

· Full-time (Monday to Friday), on-site.

· Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Benefits

· Competitive salary $48,000 - $59,000 plus overtime pay

· Professional development

· RRSP matching, when eligible

· Company social events

· Comprehensive health and dental benefits

· Meal allowance for extended working hours

· On-site parking

· Paid time off

· Flexible summer Fridays (varies based on business needs)

· A collaborative and flexible work environment that values both professional excellence and quality of life

· Close-knit office culture

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.