Admin Assistant - Edmonton, AB

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Cascadia Metals is built on strong founding principles and a long-standing commitment to doing things the right way. Our continued growth reflects the dedication of our owners and our ongoing investment in our infrastructure-and most importantly, our people.

As we evolve, we remain focused on working smarter, improving efficiency, and embracing innovation. With a positive outlook on the future, we see endless opportunities in creative, forward-thinking distribution solutions. At Cascadia Metals, resilience and innovation go hand in hand, and together we're shaping a strong and dynamic future.

Cascadia Metals is seeking a reliable, motivated Administrative Assistant to join our Edmonton team. This role supports the day-to-day efficiency of the office and provides administrative assistance across all departments. As the go-to resource for administrative requests and projects, the successful candidate will enjoy a variety of tasks and be comfortable stepping in wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and by email.
• Process Accounts Receivable: deposits, credit card payments, apply payments in Steel Plus, and release orders upon payment.
• Provide customer statements and support AR-related questions.
• Act as the branch Accounts Payable contact: pre-approve freight/office invoices and prepare weekly packages for manager approval.
• Support customer service and sales: process POs, create sales orders, provide order updates, and complete inventory lookups.
• Order office and warehouse supplies as needed.
• Prepare end-of-day outbound shipment report and ensure freight costs are allocated accurately across orders.
• Provide administrative support to staff, managers, and sales representatives.
• Complete general office duties (copying, scanning, courier, mail receiving/distribution, inter-branch communication).
• Collect and submit expense reports for the office and designated personnel.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in an administrative, receptionist, or customer service role.
• Post-secondary education preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.

Joining Cascadia Metals means being part of a thriving and expanding organization that values its employees. Here's why you should consider working for us:

• Work-Life Balance: We respect personal time and promote a healthy balance between work and life.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Company-paid Extended Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage.
• RRSP Matching: 4% RRSP matching program is available after 3 months of employment.

We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace. Cascadia Metals thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.