Senior Bookkeeper

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.

• Ensure timely completion of client bookkeeping (full cycle, including financials & government remittances) in Quickbooks and Xero
• Review and closing of client files at month, quarter and year-end
• Assemble FYE files for external accountants
• Coach and mentor Junior Bookkeepers

• Experience working in an accounting/bookkeeping firm, or in a multi-client environment
• College Diploma in Business Accounting, or equivalent experience in full-cycle bookkeeping role
• Very strong accounting knowledge (10+ 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, and communicate results to clients
• 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, Xero and Excel skills

• Experience managing new file setups and accounting system conversions
• Experience with payroll, inventory and multicurrency transactions

• 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-$35.00 per hour

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

Application question(s):

• How many years experience do you have working with Quickbooks?
• How many years experience do you have reviewing and closing accounting files at month and year-end (in CANADA)?
• How many years experience do you have working with Xero?

Work Location:

In person