Data Entry Clerk​/Bookkeeper

Position: Data Entry Clerk/ Bookkeeper
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3 days ago

Requisition
Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly
Department:  Accounting / Finance

Reports To:

Accounting Manager / Controller

Employment Type:

Temporary, Full-Time —  Expected Duration:  4–6 months
Position Summary  We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced  Data Entry Clerk  with strong bookkeeping skills to join our finance team in Burlington, Ontario on a temporary basis for approximately 4–6 months. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can ramp up quickly, hit the ground running in Quick Books, and bring proven experience managing multi-currency transactions. This role is critical to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records across international operations during this assignment.

Key Responsibilities   Accurately enter, update, and maintain financial data in Quick Books (Online and/or Desktop).
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoices, payments, and receipts.
Manage multi-currency transactions (specifically CAD, USD, including foreign currency invoicing, payments, and exchange rate reconciliations).
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank, credit card, and intercompany reconciliations across multiple currencies.
Record journal entries, post adjustments, and assist with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures.
Assist with HST/GST tracking and reporting as required.
Maintain organized digital and physical records of receipts, invoices, and supporting documentation.
Generate routine financial reports and assist with audits as needed.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data; escalate complex issues appropriately.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Ensure compliance with company policies, ASPE/IFRS (as applicable), and Canadian regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications   3+ years of experience in a data entry, bookkeeping, or accounting support role.
Proficiency in Quick Books (Online and/or Desktop) is required.
Demonstrated experience handling multi-currency transactions and foreign exchange entries (CAD/USD experience essential).
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, AP/AR, reconciliations).
Working knowledge of Canadian sales tax (HST/GST) processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage high transaction volume.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to quickly learn internal systems and processes with minimal onboarding.
Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
Legally eligible to work in Canada.
Availability to commit to the full 4–6 month assignment.

What We Offer   Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.
Vacation pay and statutory holiday pay in accordance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act.
A collaborative, supportive work environment in our Burlington office.
Opportunity to gain experience with a growing organization.

* Please note:

This is a temporary assignment with an expected duration of 4–6 months. Extension or conversion to a permanent role is not guaranteed.
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