bookkeeper

Government of Canada; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Coquitlam is looking for someone to handle payroll calculations, maintain financial records, and prepare accounting reports. Applicants must have a college certificate and some experience in bookkeeping. This position requires on-site work with no remote option.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a program of 3 months to less than 1 year.
• Experience in bookkeeping is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain financial records and balance various accounts.
• Prepare financial statements and reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Tax preparation

Account reconciliation

Education

College certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Responsibilities

• 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