Job Summary:
M.D. Charlton Co. Ltd. (MDC), Canada’s largest distributor of law enforcement supplies, is looking for an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist. The office is located on Keating Cross Road in Saanichton, BC.

Primary duties are Receptionist and Accounts Receivable (AR) support. Some skills we are looking for:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to employ excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and complete oral and written information at a level appropriate to the audience, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Advanced computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Office), and adaptable to using custom applications.
• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in administration and some office experience would be an asset.

Job duties include (training will be provided):

• Maintain a calm, courteous, and professional demeanour at all times.
• Greet and direct customers to the showroom.
• Answer all incoming calls on multi-line telephone, and answer inquiries requiring a solid understanding of regulations and services offered.
• Redirect calls as appropriate and take adequate messages when required.
• Update appointment calendars and schedule meetings/appointments.
• Assist accounts receivable by taking credit card payments over the phone.
• Sort and Handle mail, including receiving over the counter mail.
• Maintain current and accurate filing system for Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies.
• Coordinate the repair and maintenance of office equipment.
• Maintain the MDC contact list.
• Provide word processing and secretarial support as required.
• Monitor and ensure the reception area is kept tidy.
• Monitor visitor access and maintain security awareness.
• Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as photocopying, collating, faxing, etc.

Benefits:

• Dental and Vision care
• Extended health care
• Group retirement Savings Benefit
• Free parking

Shift:

• Monday to Friday ,7.5 hrs daily

Start date:

• Immediately if available or as from 1st August 2021

MDC offers a competitive salary and benefits. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate will require a criminal record check.

MDC believes in providing and maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, and discrimination.

Please drop your resume off at our office:

 2200 Keating X Rd, Unit E
 Saanichton, BC V8M 2A6

Or send your resume via email to sanjeeve@mdcharlton.ca (Attn: Financial Controller).