Bookkeeper

Record and categorize day-to-day financial transactions accurately and on time. Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting documentation. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions. Record customer invoices, vendor bills, payments, deposits, and journal entries.

Review bookkeeping records and identify missing, duplicate, or incorrectly classified transactions. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end bookkeeping. Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for accountants. Assist with GST/HST-related bookkeeping and reconciliations. Maintain organized electronic records for invoices, receipts, bank statements, and other financial documents.

Communicate with clients and internal team members to obtain missing information and resolve discrepancies. Assist with payroll-related bookkeeping and reconciliations where required. Maintain accurate client files in accordance with internal processes and procedures. Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes and efficiencies.

Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent education in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related field. Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience is preferred. Basic understanding of accounting principles, debits and credits, general ledger accounts, and financial statements. Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software is preferred.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to work on multiple client files and meet deadlines. Good written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling client financial information.

Willingness to learn Canadian bookkeeping and accounting practices.

Benefits

You will succeed in this role if you are curious, dependable, comfortable asking questions, and take ownership of the accuracy of your work. You should enjoy investigating discrepancies rather than simply processing transactions.