The primary role of the Bookkeeper involves providing crucial support for various disciplines within the accounting department, conducting regular audits and analysis, assisting with administrative tasks, and coordinating office events.
Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable (AP) Support: Manage AP-related tasks and requests, providing backup support when necessary.
- Payroll & Benefit Administration: Handle payroll related needs and assist with benefits, including the recording of transactions in QuickBooks.
- Deposit Support: Function as a point of contact for deposit-related inquiries. Ensure proper management of all cash deposits.
- Reconciliation: Prepare monthly work-in-progress (WIP) audits and ensure accuracy in bank reconciliations.
- Amortization Duties: Manage monthly prepaids and Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) amortization schedules.
- Asset Management: Oversee the transfer of assets between offices when required.
- Documentation and Compliance: Prepare interim and final financial statements and ensure conformity with company policies and best practices.
- Analysis: Perform monthly employee utilization studies, quarterly portfolio analysis, and routine review on proposals.
- Software Management: Provide support for in-house software programs and assist with payroll software maintenance.
- Work-in-progress management: Review and track WIP, coordinate with departments for necessary changes.
- Administrative Tasks: Assist with drafting job descriptions, ordering IT equipment and office supplies. Facilitate onboarding process for all new hires.
- Event Coordination: Play a vital role in the successful planning and execution of internal office events.
- Additional Duties: Fulfill any other related duties as required by the organization.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of bookkeeping/ full cycle accounting experience within Canada is required
- Prior experience with QuickBooks and/or similar accounting software
- Skills in payroll, HR, IT and administrative support will be greatly valued
- The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks while adhering to deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team
This job can be challenging but rewarding, offering opportunities for development and growth within the organization in areas of accounting, IT, HR and office support.
This position is not well-suited for candidates enrolled or interested in the CPA program as the position or organization is unable to support the program requirements.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package as per company policy. Apply today! refer to job number 05150-0013130387.
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