Office Administrator - Jobs in Lethbridge, AB

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Who we are: Founded in 2006, Fortified Nutrition Limited manufactures and sells high quality, leading edge vitamin and mineral premixes and supplements for swine, poultry, dairy, and beef producers and supports producers with a sales team across Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Montana. Fortified Nutrition is under the GVF Group of Companies umbrella and operates in close affiliation with Grand Valley Fortifiers who is a progressive and innovative leader in animal livestock nutrition.As a customer-centric business, Fortified Nutrition has a culture of partnering with livestock operators on all aspects of their operations and has deep, long-standing relationships with a loyal client base. We’re looking to add an Office Administrator to our small, dynamic team in Lethbridge, Alberta. This role is for someone who thrives wearing many different hats. You will be responsible for leading the operations of the office which means you will be comfortable interacting with clients and also working with numbers in support of the Controller. You will be an ambassador for Fortified Nutrition, Farmers Depot and the overall GVF group of companies in Lethbridge.*What you’ll do: *

• Lead the team in providing a high level of excellent customer service and support to all customers.
• Establish client relationships based on trust and confidentiality, operating with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Assist Controller in various day-to-day accounting activities including AP/AR processing, cash receipts and reconciliations using Sage.
• Provide backup and assistance with answering phone calls and walk-ins, facilitating sales of feed and animal health products which includes taking and filling orders, coordinating pickups of products, loading orders using the forklift and looking after couriers.
• Handle petty cash and assist with cash disbursement.
• Help with tracking of feed samples.
• Assist with coordinating tradeshows, industry or local events including researching locations, booking venues, transportation, catering, hotels, etc.
• Assist with inventory management and control.
• Help with US shipments, CFIA paperwork and communicate with customs and broker to ensure we are in line with regulations for export.
• Maintain a positive, welcoming, friendly, clean and uncluttered office and warehouse space.

Your background includes:

• Accounting or business diploma preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in a customer-facing role
• 5+ years’ experience providing accounting support
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Sage 300 experience is considered an asset
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Detail oriented, with flexible and positive attitude
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and stay organized
• Farming background and knowledge of livestock industry is an asset
• Experience leading a team

Working with us: This is a permanent, full-time position based out of the Lethbridge Alberta office at 3613 9 Ave North. Regular working hours for this position are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additional hours may be required during busy times. In addition to a competitive starting wage and vacation, you’ll also be eligible for generous benefits and RSP matching.Ours is a family business that cares about its employees and its community. We make sure that all our staff get what the best in class team members deserve: benefits, good wages, and respect. Whether through our charitable work, or our dedication to staff, GVF is committed to living out our principles and values.*How we behave: *

• Passion. Serving Customers Innovatively & Well.
• Humble Confidence. Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.
• Integrity. Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers and suppliers.
• Professional. Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve and relate.
• Caring. With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others’ challenges and joy in witnessing their success.

About the GVF Group of Companies: Founded in 1960, the GVF Group of Companies continues to expand its products, services and geographic reach through Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Direct Source Commodities, Farmers Depot, True Foods & Kindred Farmers and Valley Feeds. The GVF Group continues to produce high quality, cutting edge macro premixes and services across Canada, the U.S and Internationally. Headquartered in Cambridge Ontario, we are a proud Canadian and family owned and operated company with an amazing team across the country. With over 160 employees in our offices, manufacturing plants, and on hundreds of family farms daily, meeting with customers or delivering product, everyone is a key and integral part of our team.All interested applicants are asked to apply with a copy of their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview.Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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