Bookkeeper

G. W. Goudreau Personnel Services Ltd.; Lakeshore; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local staffing agency is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions for the construction industry in Windsor, ON. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of bookkeeping experience, proficiency in Sage 50, and a solid understanding of Canadian accounting principles. Responsibilities include processing payroll, managing accounts, and preparing financial reports. A comprehensive benefits package is included and candidates must have their own transportation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum three years bookkeeping experience, preferably in the construction field.
• Solid understanding of Canadian accounting principles.
• Experience with CRA filings and payroll remittances.

Responsibilities

• Processing payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Preparing month-end and year-end closing reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Proficient with Sage 50

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Sage 50

MS Outlook

Excel

Job description

Pertinent Information:Full-time, direct hire position. Full details to be provided at time of interview.

Wage:$30/hour. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Location:Windsor, ON. Must have own transportation as public transportation is not available.

Job Description

The Bookkeeper is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial transactions specific to the construction industry, including job costing, subcontractor payments, and progress billing. The ideal candidate has strong bookkeeping skills, a solid understanding of construction accounting, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities to include the following, but not limited to:

• Processing payroll accurately and on schedule
• Union remittances, source deductions, WSIB, HST payments and other government remittances
• Managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments
• Invoicing
• Cash flow monitoring and forecasting
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Preparing month-end and year-end closing reports and procedures
• Maintain and organize financial documents for audits and CRA compliance
• Handle job costing and allocate expenses to the correct projects
• Manage progress billings and holdbacks (in accordance with Canadian lien legislation)
• Prepare and file HST/GST/QST returns
• General administrative duties
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years Bookkeeping experience, preference given to those who have experience within the Construction field
• Proficient with Sage 50, MS Outlook and Excel
• Solid understanding of Canadian accounting principles and tax regulations
• Strong understanding of holdback requirements under the Construction Act (formerly the Construction Lien Act)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience with CRA filings and payroll remittances
• Knowledge of payroll and benefits administration (especially for union or multi-province teams) is an asset
• Ability to handle multiple priorities