Job description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage bookkeeping for multiple companies at a time using online or desktop accounting software, including the ability to reconcile accounts receivable and payables, and file quarterly and annual returns
- Manage bi weekly, semi-monthly or monthly payroll processing for multiple companies at a time using online or desktop accounting/payroll software
- Work in a team-based environment to ensure that payroll information is properly integrated into the books and records of our clientele
- Manage client needs, communicating with our clients via e-mail, phone and/or video conference calls
- Follow up with external vendors as needed to maintain accurate client books and payroll
- Working with clients to provide ad-hoc information as requested; problem solve for clients when required
- Monthly & quarterly reporting – payroll, GST, HST, WSIB, EHT, etc.
- Communicate efficiently and effectively with manager.
- Maintain clear documentation to allow for partner/manager or external (CRA) review efficiently.
Qualifications
- College Diploma in Bookkeeping, payroll or another related field
- Preferably 1 to 2 years of experience in full cycle bookkeeping and payroll
- Working knowledge of legacy accounting software, such as Sage 50 / QuickBooks Desktop & Online would be an asset
- General knowledge of bookkeeping deadlines required
- Ability to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment on multiple assignments, multiple deadlines/priorities, with a high degree of autonomy over work required
- Ability to manage own client portfolio for all accounting/bookkeeping needs for multiple clients
- Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
- Strong professional communication skills required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French would be an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Part-time hours: 20 per week
Salary: $20.00-$35.00 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- QuickBooks (preferred)
- Bookkeeping (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K2S 2Y6