Bookkeeper

Accountant Staffing; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountant Staffing is seeking a Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant in Dartmouth, NS to join a growing, entrepreneurial team. The role is a permanent position reporting to the Controller and involves hands-on day-to-day accounting operations.

You will contribute to accurate bookkeeping, process improvements, and growth initiatives while working closely with the Controller and broader team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong ASPE knowledge, and proficiency with QuickBooks

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of ASPE, double-entry bookkeeping, and accrual accounting.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Online.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and G-Suite products.
• Previous payroll experience, including Wagepoint or a similar platform, is an asset.
• Inventory and cost accounting experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, including invoice processing and payment activities.
• Contribute to shared accounts receivable and invoicing duties.
• Complete journal entries, account maintenance, and process day-to-day transactions.
• Perform detailed bank and account reconciliations.
• Support the month-end close process.
• Process payroll and related activities.
• Assist with Canadian sales tax filings and other tax and compliance requirements.
• Provide support on reporting requirements.
• Assist with cross-border accounting activities, as needed.
• Provide inventory and cost accounting support as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and scale bookkeeping and accounting processes.
• Support additional accounting-focused duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Organization

Prioritization

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

G-Suite

Wagepoint

Job description

Our client is a growing, entrepreneurial organization seeking a Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant to join their team in Dartmouth, NS. This is an exciting permanent career opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership, and playing a key role in keeping day-to-day accounting operations running smoothly.

Working closely with the Controller and broader team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute not only to accurate and efficient bookkeeping, but also to process improvements and the continued growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Manage accounts payable, including invoice processing and payment activities
• Contribute to shared accounts receivable and invoicing duties
• Complete journal entries, account maintenance, and process day-to-day transactions
• Perform detailed bank and account reconciliations
• Support the month-end close process
• Process payroll and related activities
• Assist with Canadian sales tax filings and other tax and compliance requirements
• Provide support on reporting requirements
• Assist with cross-border accounting activities, as needed
• Provide inventory and cost accounting support as required
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and scale bookkeeping and accounting processes
• Support additional accounting-focused duties and projects as assigned

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or other related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive and demonstrable bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong understanding of ASPE, double-entry bookkeeping, and accrual accounting
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Online
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and G-Suite products
• Previous payroll experience, including Wagepoint or a similar platform, is an asset
• Experience within a regulated/product-based industry is a definite asset
• Inventory and cost accounting experience is strongly preferred
• Comfortable working independently, identifying issues before they become problems, and taking initiative to improve processes
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.