Bookkeeper

Robert Half is partnering with an accounting firm that's looking to add a Bookkeeper in the Ottawa office. This is a full-time/permanent role on site.

Advantages:

-Full benefits;

-3 weeks vacation + Christmas closure;

-Professional development & wellness allowance;

-Fridays off between Victoria and Labor Day;

-Opportunity for hybrid after a year in the role.

Responsibilities:

Oversee full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple clients across a range of industries

Accurately record, classify, and maintain financial transactions in the general ledger

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and balance sheet accounts

Record fixed assets, prepaid expenses, shareholder activity, loans, and other balance sheet items

Prepare and post recurring, accrual, and adjusting journal entries

Investigate discrepancies and maintain well-organized supporting documentation

Complete month-end bookkeeping, including job costing, reconciliations, and closing procedures

Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports

Review balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure accuracy and reasonableness

Prepare year-end working papers and supporting schedules

Identify and resolve bookkeeping issues prior to year-end file submission

Collaborate with accountants to address year-end inquiries and post necessary adjustments

Process payroll and maintain accurate payroll records

Prepare payroll remittances and related reconciliations

Assist with T4s, T4

As, ROEs, and year-end payroll requirements

Prepare and file GST/HST returns

Support WSIB and EHT filings, where applicable

Track government filing and payment deadlines to ensure timely compliance