Bookkeeper

Job Description

Our client, a recognized boutique CPA Public Accounting Firm, is hiring a Bookkeeper to join their growing Milton office.

Who is our client ? Our client is made up of a dynamic and professional team, providing a wide range of accounting services - from audits and review engagements to personal income tax returns and compilations, from payroll to bookkeeping - they do it all! They work hard for their clients, small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries and locations.

Who are you? An experienced bookkeeper with exceptional organizational skills handling a wide range of tasks concurrently and effectively.

You are a self-starter with excellent communication skills. Working in an ever-changing environment is something you thrive on, as there is always something to learn.

You like working independently, but also like having a team to help you when you have questions. You take pride in doing a good job and believe in the idea of "work hard, play harder".

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending upon experience)

Hours of Work :

Monday to Friday, 9 : 00am - 5 : 00pm (Full-Time)

• Full service bookkeeping, both internally and on behalf of a wide range of clients.
• Accurately record and maintain financial transactions in Quickbooks and other software as applicable
• Prepare and reconcile bank statements, general ledgers, and balance sheets.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts payables and accounts receivables.
• Perform monthly and year-end closing procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Conduct periodic audits to verify accuracy of financial reports.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to client inquiries and resolving any accounting-related issues.
• Document and data retrieval as required.
• General office management assistance, including data entry, filing, paperwork, financial statement assembly, among other tasks.
• Exposure to an expanding range of tasks including T1 and T2s, etc.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in full-cycle bookkeeping and payroll.
• 1-2 years of personal tax preparation experience
• College diploma / certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping is an asset.
• Experience with Quickbooks and CaseWare is an asset.
• Must be familiar with payroll regulations, WSIB, and EHT filings, as well as HST filings.
• Exposure to personal income tax returns is important, although not necessarily an expert.
• Ability to analyze accurately and reconcile accounts.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation) with a strong command of the English language.
• An exceptional attention to detail, taking pride in careful, accurate work.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary and flexibility to work with changing priorities.

Benefits

• Small office with a strong team-based collaborative environment.
• Work / life balance is built into the company culture.
• Stable environment with tenured and loyal workforce.
• Full benefits package (extended health care, dental, vision and life)

If you align with the above responsibilities and requirements, this may be the role for you. CLICK APPLY below to learn more!

We thank all who apply for this position. We commit to "communicate quickly, communicate often, and communicate well". All applicants will be contacted within 5 business days.

We value diversity!! We recruit, hire, and promote, both internally and to our clients, without regard to race, national or ethic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics or disability.

Accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. IND1

Requirements

2+ years of experience in full-cycle bookkeeping and payroll. 1-2 years of personal tax preparation experience College diploma / certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping is an asset.

Experience with Quickbooks and CaseWare is an asset. Must be familiar with payroll regulations, WSIB, and EHT filings, as well as HST filings.

Exposure to personal income tax returns is important, although not necessarily an expert. Ability to analyze accurately and reconcile accounts.

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation) with a strong command of the English language.

An exceptional attention to detail, taking pride in careful, accurate work. Ability to work well under pressure. Ability to work overtime when necessary and flexibility to work with changing priorities.