bookkeeper

Government of Canada; North Dumfries; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Ontario is seeking an individual for an accounting role focused on maintaining financial records and preparing reports. Candidates should have a college diploma or equivalent experience with 1 to 2 years in the field. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, dependable, and skilled in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications. This position requires on-site work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, accommodating own transportation and offering benefits like free parking.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in accounting.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Experience with manual and computerized bookkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Keep financial records and balance various accounts.
• Prepare statistical, financial, and accounting reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Excellent written communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Dependability

Adaptability

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

MS Word

Quick Books

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Rural area
• Head office

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Quick Books
• MS Office

Equipment and machinery experience

Scanner

• Scanner

Area of specialization

Accounting

• Accounting

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management
• Adaptability

Benefits Other benefits

Free parking available

• Free parking available