bookkeeper

Government of Canada; Brandon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a Finance Officer responsible for payroll calculations and maintaining financial records. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of related experience and a background in accounting or finance. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel is essential. The role requires on-site work with no remote option. Benefits include paid time off and available parking.

Benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Parking available

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a relevant financial/accounting position.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts.
• Prepare tax returns and reconcile accounts.

Skills

Accuracy

Dependability

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Time management

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows

Additional information Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Time management

Benefits Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available