Senior Bookkeeper - A359

Who we are: Barney Bookkeeping provides virtual accounting services that allow our staff to work remotely. We assist our clients wherever they run their businesses. We communicate using chat, email, phone calls, and virtual meetings.

Our mission is to help corporate business owners in the service industry manage financial stress, and make more money by implementing a true financial system, all while mentoring them on their business journey. We strive to work with honesty and integrity and to always be transparent in our business dealings. We provide a compassionate and secure working environment for both our colleagues and clients. We work as a team with all clients, so both bookkeepers and clients feel 100% supported.

Responsibilities and Duties
• Responsible for general bookkeeping, tax remittances, maintaining general ledgers and financial statements
• Making entries into accounting software and utilizing integrated online applications as needed
• Pay invoices in accordance with client requirements using online software
• Reconcile financial statements and AR and AP accounts
• Implement and closely monitor internal control policies, procedures, and processes
• Review intercompany transactions and reconcile the accounts
• Manage tax filing processes to ensure compliance with corporate tax, HST, EHT, and other government reconciliations and remittances
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Team player, willingness to help others
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines

 

Education and Job Experience
• Certificate in accounting or business administration. Excellent knowledge of general accounting principles
• Strong financial understanding and background in accounting, bookkeeping, and related financial administration required
• At least 5 years of bookkeeping experience

About the Role
The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing full-cycle accounting, payroll, and sales tax remittance. This is a fast-paced environment and we work with live software. Although this position will mostly be remote some in-office time may be required it is essential that you are able to come to the office. Experience in Xero or Quickbooks Online is an asset.