Financial Officer

GBL (Green Brick Labs); Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company located in the Region of Waterloo, Kitchener, is seeking an Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial operations. This role involves maintaining financial records, processing payroll, preparing tax returns, and generating financial reports. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and possess strong English communication skills. Familiarity with sales or business development is a plus. Candidates who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Strong written English skills are necessary.
• Ability to handle multiple deadlines and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and manage accounts.
• Record journal entries and assist in preparing statements.
• Calculate payroll payments and prepare necessary financial documents.
• Complete and submit various tax remittances and filings.
• Prepare statistical and financial reports as needed.

Skills

Strong written English communication and editing skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Experience in supporting sales or business development teams

Spanish language skills

Portuguese language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, business, or a related field

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing journal entries and reconciliations, assisting with payroll and payments, preparing government remittances, and supporting the preparation of financial statements and reports. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial record‑keeping.

Main duties

• Maintain accurate financial records and set up, manage, and balance multiple accounts using both manual processes and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Record journal entries, reconcile accounts, prepare trial balances, maintain general ledgers, and assist in the preparation of financial statements
• Calculate and process payroll payments and prepare cheques or electronic payments for payroll, utilities, taxes, and other operating expenses
• Complete, prepare, and submit tax remittances, workers’ compensation documentation, pension contribution reports, and other required government filings
• Prepare tax returns and provide additional personal or corporate bookkeeping support as required
• Compile and prepare statistical, financial, and accounting reports to support internal and external reporting needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, business, or a related field
• Strong written English communication and editing skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate across teams
• Experience supporting sales or business development teams is an asset
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills are an asset

Who Can Apply

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are encouraged to apply.
Other candidates with the skills and experience required for the position may also be considered.