senior bookkeeper

The Advisory Bookkeeping Co; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bookkeeping firm in Victoria is looking for a Senior Bookkeeper. The role involves managing financial records, preparing tax returns, and overseeing staff. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers flexible hours with a pay rate of $40 to $45 per hour based on qualifications, and remote work options are available. Join us to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in bookkeeping and tax.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation.
• Maintain financial records using bookkeeping systems.
• Prepare tax returns and reconcile accounts.
• Supervise staff and oversee data analysis.

Skills

Accounting software

MS Excel

Quick Books

Sage Accounting Software

Google Docs

Google Drive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Spreadsheet

Job description

Job details

Senior bookkeeper with some duties as a tax expert

Posted on December 08, 2025 by The Advisory Bookkeeping Co

Education: Bachelor's degree. Accounting. Accounting technology/technician and bookkeeping.

Location: Remote, based in Victoria, BC

Salary: $40.00 to $45.00 per hour (To be negotiated)

Hours: 30 to 35 hours per week

Terms of employment: Term or contract, Full time

Flexible hours

Start date: 2026-02-01

End date: 2027-02-28

Responsibilities

• 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
• Supervise staff
• Oversee analysis of data and information and prepare reports
• Manage accounts payable
• Manage accounts receivable
• Provide detailed information and guidance to clients on project analysis and design

Experience

5 years or more

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• Quick Books
• MS Office
• Spreadsheet
• Xero
• Sage Accounting Software
• Google Docs
• Google Drive

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Computer
• Internet access

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-12-25

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

The Advisory Bookkeeping Co

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