senior bookkeeper

Government of Canada - Central; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada - Central is looking for an accounting professional to join their on-site team in Toronto. The role involves payroll processing, financial record-keeping, and the preparation of various accounting reports. Candidates should have a diploma in accounting and a minimum of two years of relevant experience, along with a strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role is required.
• College diploma in accounting or a related field is essential.
• Ability to prepare payroll, tax returns, and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Time management

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• On-site customer service

Responsibilities Tasks

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Overtime required
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management
• Adaptability