Bookkeeper REMOTE

Harbinger Network Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian financial services firm is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage daily accounting operations. The role involves accounts payable, financial reporting, and audit support, ideally suited for a candidate with over 5 years in full-cycle accounting. This position offers a comprehensive remote work environment, fostering independence and proactivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a full-cycle accounting role is required.
• Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related program is required.
• Working towards a CPA designation is preferred.
• Experience within a financial services environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process all Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy.
• Generate and maintain weekly timesheets to ensure accurate tracking of employee hours.
• Assist with preparing documentation for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Excel (Pivot Tables/V-Lookups)

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or related program

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Harbinger Network has partnered with a Large Financial Services/Insurance Firm looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team and contribute significantly to the daily accounting operations of our organization. This is a hands-on role, well-suited for a proactive professional with a solid background in full-cycle accounting. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of key functions, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, commission processing, financial reporting, and audit preparation and support. This role is 100% remote, hours are 8-5PM.

Responsibilities

• Process all Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, ensuring timely payments to vendors and agent commissions.
• Record daily carrier deposits to ensure accurate tracking of all incoming funds.
• Liaise with third-party auditors and prepare relevant schedules for financial review and audits.
• Monitor and reconcile daily bank transactions to ensure accurate cash flow tracking.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare detailed financial reports to support internal decision making and corporate reporting requirements.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and necessary adjustments, ensuring accurate reflection in financial statements.
• Ensure that all monthly transactions are accurately processed and reflected in the trial balance.
• Assist in maintaining confidential employee files, supporting HR functions as required.
• Generate and maintain weekly timesheets to ensure accurate tracking of employee hours.
• Process commission payments for employees and agents as per established guidelines.
• Assist in preparing necessary documentation for onboarding new employees.
• Assist with preparing documentation for regulatory compliance, including financial and tax reporting, and year-end payroll tax documents.
• Provide support for ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, or other tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a full-cycle accounting role is required.
• Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related program is required.
• Working towards a CPA designation is preferred.
• Experience within a financial services environment is an asset.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software, Excel (Pivot Tables/ V-Lookups).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Deep understanding of business operations and financial interconnectivity, with the ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.

Contact

Harbinger Network Inc. is a Canadian-based firm that serves companies across Canada, a diverse Network of Recruiters, and expertise in over 10 major disciplines. To apply for the position of Bookkeeper in confidence, please submit your resume to:

Amy Schell, Senior Client Development
Contact phone number: 905-257-9691 Ext 114
Contact email address: [e-mail]

To learn more about Harbinger Network visit www.harbingernetwork.ca or contact us at 905-257-9691. #HNiJobs