Office Assistant

2025-05-26 | Kent Building Supplies | Sydney | NS | Canada

Perks & Benefits:

Location:
Sydney, NS
Job Type:
Full-time

Office Assistants are the unsung heroes of many businesses, especially retail stores. They are the backbone of operations, responsible for overseeing the financial health of the store. From managing expenses to handling inventory, Office Managers ensure smooth operations and contribute significantly to the store’s success.


  • Ability to manage tight deadlines and work under pressure
  • Process payroll and ability to understand and assist associates regarding benefits inquiries
  • Completes daily deposits, inventory adjustments, ledger review and orders supplies
  • Perform audits and cycle counts
  • Leads the office by demonstrating the highest standards of safety and customer service
  • Owns data integrity for the location by ensuring the person management database is kept up to date
  • Handles associate and customer concerns in a fair and professional manner
  • Displays resilience and grit in their day-to-day interactions
  • Able to communicate across varying functional groups within the organization
  • Strive to overcome challenges and adapt to changing circumstances as they arise

  • Organized and able to manage multiple conflicting priorities
  • Can handle confidential information in a way that builds trust
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook is required
  • Previous experience with Power BI, Kronos and Zebra inventory management software is considered an asset
  • Previous supervisory experience in a retail environment is considered an asset
  • Post-secondary education in Office or Business Administration or equivalent is considered an asset

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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