Muskoka/Huntsville – Bookkeeper

Algonquin Outfitters, Ontario, Canada; Huntsville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An outdoor adventure organization in Huntsville is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to join their Finance Team. The successful candidate will manage payroll processing, financial data entry, and assist with reconciliations. Ideal applicants should have 3-5 years of experience in accounting functions, strong organizational skills, and a passion for outdoor activities. QuickBooks and MS Excel proficiency are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in clerical accounting functions.
• Strong background in payroll and data entry is essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process hourly payroll for the organization.
• Handle financial data entry and manage records efficiently.
• Assist in reconciliations and general bookkeeping tasks.

Skills

Payroll processing

Financial data entry

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Technology aptitude

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Excel

Job description

*Please note this role has a flexible start date.

Algonquin Outfitters is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to join our Finance Team (located in Huntsville, ON). As our bookkeeper, you will work with our Controller to help support our group of stores with a variety of clerical and analytical accounting functions such as:

• Processing of hourly payroll
• Financial data entry
• Processing of invoices
• Assisting with reconciliations and general bookkeeping
• Daily input of sales data
• Management of records
• Management of computer inventory
• Troubleshooting of POS transactions

What will you bring to us?

• Post-secondary education in accounting, bookkeeping, business administration, or a related field would be ideal
• A strong background in payroll and interest in further growth and development within the finance field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience completing clerical accounting functions – payroll, data entry, accounts payable, reconciliations, bookkeeping etc. – if it has been in a retail environment, even better!
• Well versed with both QuickBooks and MS Excel, with a general technological aptitude
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently
• Familiarity with databases and office software applications
• Respect for the confidential nature of the role
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Enthusiasm and a passion for outdoor adventures count for a lot at AO – after all, we are an outdoor adventure organization!

You’ll be a valued member of our Finance team, providing clerical and analytical support to a group of retail locations. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can multitask & prioritize to deadlines (while still focusing on the details), follows through thoroughly on tasks with little supervision, and holds a high standard of quality in all that they do.

We think working at AO is pretty awesome—so if you’d like to learn more about this opportunity and what it’s like to be part of the AO team, please connect with us by sending your resume and a brief introduction of who you are and why you’d be a great addition.

Accessibility and Accommodation:
Algonquin Outfitters is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We will work with you to meet your needs in a manner that respects your dignity and independence, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.