Senior Bookkeeper

Liberty Horizons; Canada; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking financial consulting firm where your skills in bookkeeping and finance will be valued. This remote role offers you the chance to work with a dynamic team dedicated to supporting small businesses and startups. You will engage in a variety of tasks, from processing payroll and managing accounts to analyzing financial procedures for improvements. Liberty Horizons fosters an inclusive environment, celebrating diversity and encouraging growth. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a difference in the entrepreneurial landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience in accounting practice or similar.
• College diploma or degree in accounting or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial, admin, accounting, and HR tasks for clients.
• Record transactions and reconcile accounts using QuickBooks.
• Prepare financial reports and communicate with professionals.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Digital Savvy

Understanding of Accounting Principles

Teamwork

Research Skills

Education

College Diploma or Degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Google Sheets

Notion

Knit Payroll

Job description

Supervisor Title: Director of Operations

Commitment: Full-time, Remote

Compensation: $65,000-$80,000

How to Apply:

To apply for the Senior Bookkeeper position at Liberty Horizons, please email your resume and cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit to [e-mail]. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered for the role.

Company Summary:

Liberty Horizons is a financial consulting/venture capital practice out of Toronto, Canada specializing in fractional CFO services, bookkeeping, AR/AP, payroll and venture consulting for small businesses. We love growing young founder-lead businesses. The way we do this is by building and managing accounting and finance operations for startups and small businesses.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the multidisciplinary team to deliver on the daily financial, admin, accounting and HR responsibilities for clients and portfolio companies of the firm
• Record and process detailed transactions and reconciling accounts using QuickBooks or other online accounting software
• Process payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable for clients of the practice
• Process, create and track invoices, journal entries, and expense reimbursements for clients
• Analyze financial processes and procedures and recommend changes for improvement
• Oversee client accounts and deliverables using Notion project management software
• Process and prepare financial reports for clients using Google and Excel spreadsheets
• Communicate with accountants, real estate agents, and other professionals to deliver on special projects
• Manage the administration and organization of Cloud storage, electronic receipt, and invoice filing systems
• Maintain financial records for compliance
• Assist to prepare and file company tax returns including but not limited to payroll taxes, HST taxes
• Prepare year-end documents and posting year-end journal entries
• Administration tasks as necessary
• Assist to issue ROEs and T-Slips

Skills:

• 2+ years of experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in an accounting practice or similar setting
• College Diploma or Degree in Accounting or equivalent educational experience
• Understanding of general accounting principles, systems, and general office procedures
• Strong analytical and numerical skills in the form of financial modeling and managerial accounting
• Strong knowledge of Google Sheets, QuickBooks Online, and Knit Payroll
• Demonstrate high level of attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to work well in a team
• Ability to adapt, research, ask great questions and learn quickly
• Must be extremely digitally savvy, we are a fully remote and virtual office/company
• Loves to read books
• Understanding of startup culture is an asset
• Tax and tax preparation experience is an asset

Liberty Horizons is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're excited to join a winning team, Liberty Horizons is a great place to grow your career. You'll be glad you applied.

Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Accounting/Auditing and Finance