The Remote Bookkeeper will be responsible for managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities for a portfolio of private enterprise clients. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial records, maintain payroll processing, perform reconciliations, and support clients with their accounting needs using cloud-based accounting software.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of private enterprise clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Process payroll and maintain payroll records using Wagepoint.
• Prepare and file payroll remittances and other government reporting requirements.
• Record and reconcile sales taxes (GST/HST, PST, and other applicable taxes).
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Collaborate with clients to gather documentation and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of year-end working papers for external accountants.
• Maintain organized and secure digital client files.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies through technology and automation.
• Provide exceptional client service and timely communication.

Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience within a public accounting, bookkeeping, or outsourced accounting firm environment.

Advanced knowledge of full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, sales tax filings, and month-end close processes.

Thorough understanding of Canadian bookkeeping, payroll, and GST/HST requirements.

Experience preparing year-end working papers and supporting external accountants during year-end engagements.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other cloud-based business applications.

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