Senior Bookkeeper

Chan-Lafrance Stewart, CPAs; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Flex days

Dress for your day style

Optional compressed weeks

Office closure for Christmas

Extended medical and dental

RRSP matching

Maternity/paternity leave top-up

Wellness and mental health allowances

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Chan-Lafrance Stewart Inc. is seeking a highly organized Senior Bookkeeper to join our Campbell River team.

This is a full-time, permanent role within a supportive, collaborative firm that values quality work, trust, and long-term relationships - both with clients and with one another. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in accuracy and organization, and thrives in a fast-paced, well-structured environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full cycle bookkeeping experience.
• Expert knowledge of Sage 50 and QBO.
• Experience with CaseWare and Tax Prep is an asset.
• Expert knowledge of Canadian payroll, GST/PST and WCB requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle bookkeeping for clients across a variety of industries.
• Support clients with bookkeeping, payroll and accounting software inquiries.
• Onboard new clients and set up accounting, payroll, and tax accounts.
• Post and manage accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
• Reconcile accounts (bank, AR, AP).
• Process payroll and related source deductions.
• Prepare and file GST/PST and WCB returns.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Manage documents, files and deadlines for multiple clients.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Independent worker

Tools

Sage 50

QBO

CaseWare

Tax Prep

Job description

Chan‑Lafrance Stewart Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Senior Bookkeeper to join our team. This is a full‑time, permanent role within a supportive, collaborative firm that values quality work, trust, and long‑term relationships - both with clients and with one another.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in accuracy and organization, and thrives in a fast‑paced, well‑structured environment. If you like being trusted, relied upon, and recognized for the value you bring, you will feel at home here.

About Us

Chan‑Lafrance Stewart Inc. is a locally owned accounting firm serving businesses and individuals in Campbell River, the Comox Valley, and beyond. Our services include assurance and compilation engagements, personal and corporate tax compliance and planning, bookkeeping and payroll, and a range of advisory services.

Our team of 15 dedicated professionals is committed to a people‑first, highly personalized approach, both for our clients and for one another. We believe empowered, supported employees deliver exceptional client outcomes, which is why we place strong emphasis on fostering a positive, flexible, and collaborative workplace.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will bring significant previous bookkeeping experience, strong organizational and communication skills, a professional and client‑focused approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Full-cycle bookkeeping for clients across a variety of industries
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping, payroll and accounting software inquiries
• Onboarding new clients and setting up accounting, payroll, and tax accounts
• Posting and managing accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions
• Reconciling accounts, including bank, AR, and AP
• Payroll processing and related source deductions
• Preparing and filing sales tax and related returns (GST, PST, WCB)
• Maintaining accurate and organized financial records
• Managing documents, files, and deadlines for multiple clients concurrently
• Communicating professionally and effectively with clients and internal team members
• Supporting year-end processes and responding to external accountant requests
• Assisting and supporting team members as needed

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of full cycle bookkeeping experience
• Expert knowledge of Sage 50 and QBO
• Experience with CaseWare and Tax Prep is an asset
• Expert knowledge of Canadian payroll, GST/PST, and WCB requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel

We believe our people are our most important asset and are committed to compensating our team fairly and thoughtfully. We offer a competitive base salary, commensurate with experience, ranging from $60,000 to $80,000, along with opportunities for performance and referral bonuses.

Additional benefits and perks include:

• Flexible work environment built on trust and autonomy
• Flex days
• "Dress for your day" casual office dress code
• Optional compressed work weeks (October-December)
• Office closure for one week over Christmas
• Extended medical and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Maternity/paternity leave top-up (20 weeks for women; 15 weeks for men)
• Wellness and mental health allowances
• Continuing education opportunities aligned with your interests