ABOUT US

West Coast Building Restoration Inc. is a leading general contracting company specializing in building envelope restoration throughout the Lower Mainland. We manage hundreds of projects annually, working with multiple clients, consultants, and sub-trades. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work, fostering a collaborative team culture, and maintaining strong financial systems to support our ongoing growth.
We are currently seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper / Office Accountant to join our office in Maple Ridge and manage our internal day-to-day accounting functions.

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Senior Bookkeeper / Office Accountant, you will be responsible for managing the full-cycle bookkeeping and internal accounting processes of the company. You will play a key role in supporting job costing, accounts management, remittances, and financial reporting. This is a hands-on, in-office role for a self-motivated professional who understands construction accounting and is comfortable juggling multiple projects and deadlines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience, ideally in construction or general contracting
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and job costing
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and document management systems
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax remittances (GST, PST, WCB, source deductions)
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be able to work on-site full-time (no remote work)

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping (AP, AR, journal entries, bank and credit card reconciliations)
• Maintain and track purchase orders, sub-trade invoices, and project-related expenses
• Process and monitor progress claims, retainage/holdbacks, and receivables
• Support job costing and ensure accurate cost allocation to projects
• Submit GST/PST returns and WorkSafeBC remittances
• Maintain up-to-date vendor files and ensure certificates of insurance are collected and monitored
• Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliations (processing done by third-party)
• Prepare monthly financial summaries, job reports, and assist in budgeting
• Organize and submit year-end documentation to our external accountant
• Liaise with project managers to ensure costs are accurately coded and forecasted
• Assist with general office accounting-related tasks as needed