Bookkeeper
Mar 27 2025
Full Time
TBD
St. Catharines
Bookkeeper
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our fast-paced, high-volume office. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines with precision and efficiency.
You will play a key role in the daily financial operations of our office, supporting both our core business and an associated company. If you thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment and are passionate about accurate and responsive bookkeeping, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and balance financial records using QuickBooks and Excel
- Generate invoices and record daily payment receipts using FreshBooks
- Data entry with a high standard for accuracy and timeliness
- Perform accounts reconciliation (vendors, banks, credit cards)
- Post journal entries and manage general ledgers
- Prepare trial balances and basic financial reporting
- Archive records daily and manage file organization
- Process payroll and vendor payments on scheduled dates
- Create twice-weekly management reports in five key financial areas
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, Ontario employment standards, HST, WSIB, and CRA guidelines
- Liaise with the corporate accountant and ensure year-end submissions are timely
- Make occasional bank deposits and collect mail if required
- Support management and office staff in bookkeeping-related matters
- Handle additional bookkeeping for an associated company (approx. 5 hrs/quarter)
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and FreshBooks
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, Ontario payroll standards, HST, WSIB, and CRA rules
- Highly organized, responsive, and deadline-oriented
- Able to manage high volumes (400–600 files/month) under pressure
- Self-motivated and committed to the success of the team
If you are interested in joining our team and have the qualifications we are looking for, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to tbg@theburkegroup.com
73 Ontario Street, Suite 105
St. Catharines, Ontario
L2R 5J5
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