This is a FT position working out of our Kanata office. We require someone with very strong bookkeeping skills who is able to work independently and manage the accounting for a number of our clients. You may be supported in this position by a small team of Junior Bookkeepers.
Job Description
- Ensure timely completion of client bookkeeping (full cycle, including financials & government remittances)
- Monthly review and closing of client files
- Assemble FYE files for external accountants
- Coach and mentor Junior Bookkeepers
Attributes of a "Perfect Fit"
- Experience working in an accounting/bookkeeping firm
- College Diploma in Business Accounting, or equivalent experience in full-cycle bookkeeping role
- Very strong accounting knowledge (5+ years experience)
- Exceptional communication skills in English
- Enjoys a fast-paced and changing work environment, using good judgement and common sense
- Ability to develop and maintain great relationships with clients
- Ability to effectively plan, organize and control work
- Comfortable functioning with a high degree of autonomy over work
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements
- Finely-tuned time management skills
- Loyalty and the ability to "Think Like an Owner"
- Attention to detail
- Great attitude and plays well with others
- Very strong Quickbooks and Excel skills
Good to Know
- Overtime (over 44 hours/week) is very rare, even during tax season
- A car is necessary as some work may be performed at client sites in future
- Flexible hours - we're big supporters of having a life outside of work
- Company-paid benefits, training and bonuses available
- We're a fun group to work with
- You don't have to know everything - we're an incredible group of smart, supportive women who help each other and our clients to be successful in what we do
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 – 40.0 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- How many years experience do you have reviewing and closing accounting files at month and year-end (in CANADA)?
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-09-16
