senior bookkeeper

*We're an Ottawa-based accounting firm looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our growing team. We believe in developing our people. We foster a culture of learning and coaching and genuinely support self-advancement ? this is a place to build a long-term career, not just fill a seat. This role starts with a strong bookkeeping focus but comes with real opportunities to grow into financial reporting and taxation work as you develop with us.*

*Responsibilities:*

• *Handle monthly bookkeeping for a portfolio of client files, including A/R, A/P, payroll, and bank/credit card reconciliations*
• *Liaise directly with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide updates*
• *Prepare and file government remittances (GST/HST, payroll source deductions, WSIB, EHT)*
• *Communicate with the CRA on clients' behalf regarding remittances and compliance matters*
• *Support the team with ad-hoc bookkeeping projects as needed*

*Qualifications:*

• *3?5+ years of bookkeeping experience, ideally across multiple client accounts*
• *Strong working knowledge of MS Office, and experience with QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and/or Xero*
• *Attention to detail and a careful, accurate approach to your work*
• *Ability working under pressure and hitting tight deadlines*
• *Willingness to put in extra hours during peak season*
• *Fluency in English and Chinese is an asset*

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Work Location: In person