bookkeeper

Government of Canada; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a qualified individual for accounting duties, including payroll preparation and financial record maintenance. Candidates should possess a college diploma and have 1 to 2 years of related experience. Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software is required. This is an on-site position with no remote options available.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 2 years of experience in relevant field required.
• Experience in accounting is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Keep financial records and balance various accounts.
• Prepare tax returns and maintain general ledgers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer and technology knowledge

Team player

Time management

Education

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

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Quick Books

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

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.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• 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

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Quick Books

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

• Free parking available