bookkeeper

*General Accounting Responsibilities*

• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies or unmatched transactions.
• Review general ledger accounts and reconcile account balances.
• Assist with month-end closing, including preparing and posting journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjustments.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation for audits and reviews.
• Provide accounting, analytical, and administrative support to the finance team as needed.

*Accounts Payable Responsibilities*

• Review, verify, code, and enter vendor invoices and credit card transactions, ensuring appropriate approval and supporting documentation.
• Prepare scheduled payment runs and process approved payments by cheque, electronic transfer, or wire.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies, missing documentation, and payment inquiries.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and assist with vendor onboarding and information updates.
• Process employee expense reports and verify that expenses are properly approved, coded, and supported.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and upcoming payment requirements to support timely payments.

*Qualifications and Requirements*

• A diploma or bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, completed or in progress. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
• One to two years of bookkeeping, general accounting, accounts payable, or relevant co-op experience preferred.
• An understanding of accounting principles, including debits and credits, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, sorting, filtering, and pivot tables.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to identify numerical inconsistencies.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with limited supervision.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience in bookkeeping? How many years?
• Are you available for full-time work?
• Do you have a diploma or bachelor?s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, completed or in progress
• The work location may be Oakville or Mississauga. Are you able to commute to either location?

Work Location: In person