Bookkeeper

Position Overview

The bookkeeper is a member of the Corporate Services team and works with the Manager, Corporate Services and other staff to provide full-cycle accounting support for the finance and payroll responsibilities provided by corporate services.

The bookkeeper is responsible for the processing of financial transactions into QuickBooks Online and for payroll and benefit administration.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Record and manage all supplier invoices, credit card transactions and expense reports
• Process customer invoices, track receivables and follow up on overdue accounts
• Manage vendor payments and customer collections

Bank and Credit Cards:

• Reconcile all bank and credit card accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies

Payroll and Benefits Administration:

• Accurately process bi-weekly payroll
• Calculate source deductions and vacation pay
• Review payroll remittances, T4s, and ROEs

General Ledger Maintenance:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Ensure accurate coding of all transactions

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and file annual GST return
• Assist Manager, Corporate Services with budgeting, cash flow, and forecasting
• Assist Manager, Corporate Services with preparing for and conducting the year-end and audit

Other:

• Support the Conduct Team with administrative tasks as required
• Support Corporate Services with administrative tasks as required
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

Education

• Diploma or certificate in accounting, bookkeeping, or related field

Experience

•  4+ years of experience in full-cycle bookkeeping or related role
• Strong understanding of Canadian GAAP, CRA regulations and payroll compliance

Skills & Ability

• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage time, meeting required deadlines
• Works well independently and as a team member with a positive, professional, solution orientated attitude
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality
• Sound analysis, judgment, and decision-making skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with staff and stakeholders
• Ability to work in a paperless environment

Job Specific Skills & Ability

• QuickBooks Online
• Wagepoint payroll system
• Technology applications
• Relevant legislation and regulation
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, email and internet applications