Bookkeeper

About Us

Based in Nanaimo, The Hazelwood Group is a privately-owned powerhouse operating in construction, manufacturing, and real estate development. Hazelwood Finance keeps the engine running—handling IT, Marketing, HR, Accounting, and Business Development across our companies.

Hazelwood Finance, a division of The Hazelwood Group, is looking for a full-time dependable
Bookkeeper
with1–3 years of experience
to provide flexible support across a variety of accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and ready to step in wherever they’re needed.

Benefits of Employment – Why work at Hazelwood?

• Comprehensive group benefits (premiums are 100% employer-paid).
• GRSP & DPSP with tiered matching:
  • 2% of base salary (0–5 years of service)
  • 4% (5+ years of service)
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Priority access to Telus Health Virtual Care (access to a doctor 24/7 anywhere in Canada).
• Strong team environment that encourages and financially supports continuing education and career advancement.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Annual financial donations to volunteer organizations directly supported by our employees.

Compensation

• $27.00 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

What You’ll Do

• You’ll support a variety of day-to-day bookkeeping tasks while learning and growing your skills. Working with the accounting team, you’ll help with:
  • Processing invoices, payments and customer billings
  • Tracking receipts, deposits and company credit-card transactions
  • Assisting with bank and account reconciliations
  • Entering transactions and maintaining accurate records
  • Supporting tax remittances, month-end and year-end preparation
  • Keeping financial files organized and up to date
  • Responding to routine accounting questions and supporting the team with coverage as needed

  This is a great opportunity for someone who is building their bookkeeping experience, enjoys variety and wants to continue developing in a supportive environment.

What You Bring:

• 1–3 years of bookkeeping, accounting or related administrative experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, with a willingness to keep learning
• Experience with
  Quick Books Online
  or another accounting system
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel and other common office tools
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
• A reliable, adaptable and team-oriented approach
• Clear communication and a willingness to ask questions
• Ability to handle financial information with care and integrity
• Initiative, curiosity and an interest in growing your bookkeeping skills
• Experience with reconciliations, invoicing or payables is an asset, but training and support will be provided

We look forward to considering your application if you meet the qualifications for our current job openings. Your interest in our organization is valued, and we wish you success in your job search.