We are looking for a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a team in Scarborough, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is ideal for someone who brings strong full-cycle bookkeeping expertise and can confidently manage monthly accounting activities from transaction processing through financial reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting management with reliable financial information, and helping strengthen day-to-day accounting practices.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the monthly closing cycle, ensuring timelines are met and financial records are complete and accurate.
• Prepare and record journal entries, then perform detailed reviews of ledger activity to confirm proper account treatment.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts, following up on discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Produce monthly financial statements along with supporting working papers and account analyses for internal review.
• Manage routine bookkeeping operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice handling, payment processing, and expense documentation.
• Prepare and submit applicable sales tax filings while maintaining compliance with accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Assist with payroll-related entries and reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.
• Provide management with financial summaries, insights, and variance explanations to support business decisions.
• Coordinate year-end documentation and respond to requests from external accountants or audit partners.
• Contribute to process improvements by documenting bookkeeping procedures and offering guidance to less experienced team members when needed.
• At least 5 years of experience handling full-cycle bookkeeping responsibilities in a hands-on accounting environment.
• Demonstrated success managing month-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and core bookkeeping practices, with the ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reconciliations, reporting, analysis, and data summaries.
• Experience working with accounting software systems and computerized accounting platforms.
• Familiarity with payroll processing support, tax-related bookkeeping tasks, and general accounting functions.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.
• Post-secondary education in accounting, such as a diploma or degree, is preferred, along with experience supporting external accountants or auditors.

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