Payroll & Accounts Specialist (AR/AP) Job Status: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)

Location: North Vancouver, BC (In Office)

Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000 per year (depending on qualifications and experience) About Nisga'a Construction Inc.

Nisga'a Construction Inc. is a 100% Indigenous-owned heavy civil construction company delivering infrastructure and civil construction projects throughout British Columbia. As a growing organisation, we are committed to operational excellence, strong financial management, and building lasting partnerships with the communities we serve.

Position

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Payroll & Accounts Specialist to join our Finance team. This position is responsible for payroll administration, accounts payable and receivable, and coordinating employee on-boarding and off-boarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and values accuracy, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities Payroll

Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule

Maintain employee payroll records and files

Process new hires, terminations, wage changes, and employee updates

Calculate overtime, statutory holiday pay, vacation pay, and other payroll adjustments

Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs)

Administer employee benefits and deductions

Ensure compliance with employment standards and payroll legislation

Reconcile payroll reports and assist with year-end payroll activities, including T4 preparation

Respond to employee payroll inquiries

Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of Sage Intacct

Accounts Payable

Process vendor invoices and employee expense claims

Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation

Prepare payment runs (EFT, cheques, and electronic payments)

Reconcile vendor statements

Maintain vendor records

Assist with month-end AP reconciliations

Accounts Receivable

Prepare customer invoices and progress billings





Monitor outstanding accounts and collections

Process customer payments

Reconcile customer accounts

Assist with monthly billing and reporting

General Support

Maintain organized financial records and documentation

Support the on-boarding and off-boarding process for new hires Assist with month-end and year-end procedures

Support account reconciliations

Prepare reports for management as required

Assist with continuous improvement of accounting processes

Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, or a related field.

PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation.

Minimum 5 years of payroll and AR/AP experience.

Current working knowledge of legislation such as Employment Standards, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Income Tax Act & Regulations and Workers’ Compensation.

Experience administering complex payroll within construction, Indigenous organisations, or First Nation government environments is highly desirable.

Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Experience with Sage Intacct and other accounting/ERP systems is required.

Skills & Attributes

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong organisational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Strong problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Positive, collaborative, and skilled attitude What We Offer

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding heavy civil construction company How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit both a cover letter and resume outlining their experience and qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Nisga'a Construction Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified Indigenous candidates and individuals from all backgrounds.

📌 Payroll & Accounts Specialist (AR/AP) (North Vancouver)
🏢 Nisga'a Construction
📍 North Vancouver