Senior Bookkeeper

G. W. Goudreau Personnel Services Ltd.; Windsor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development firm is seeking a Controller/Office Manager to handle day-to-day operations in Windsor. The successful candidate will manage bookkeeping, payroll, and staff supervision, ensuring efficient office procedures. The role requires a diploma in accounting, a minimum of five years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Sage 50 Accounting. Comprehensive benefits and an annual salary of $80,000+ are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years Bookkeeping / Office Management experience.
• Experience with all aspects of bookkeeping – full cycle.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bi-weekly payroll.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Oversee financial activities including budget management.

Skills

Experience in Bookkeeping

Excellent organizational skills

Proficient in Sage 50 Accounting

Strong communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent multi-tasker

Education

Diploma in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Sage 50 Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

Pertinent Information:Our customer, a long standing, fully integrated real estate developer is looking to fill the role of Controller/Office Manager. This is a full-time, direct hire position. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling the day-to-day operations of the office with a focus on efficiency and time management. Solid background in Accounting / Bookkeeping is essential for the role.

Wage:$80,000 + /year. Comprehensive benefits package included.

Location:Windsor, ON.

Job Description

The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for ensuring the office operates effectively every day so employees can perform to their highest ability. The role will include intra-office communication protocols, streamlining administrative procedures, office staff supervision and task delegation.

Responsibilities to include the following, but not limited to:

• Preparing bi-weekly payroll.
• Full cycle accounts payable, accounts receivable.
• Monthly remittances; source deductions and HST for multiple companies.
• Familiar with filing HST Housing Rebates.
• Familiar with filing non-taxable and taxable HST returns.
• Quarterly remittance: WSIB.
• Familiar with filing annual returns.
• Familiar with preparing year end documents.
• Preparing T4’s.
• Asset to have CRA Rep ID and familiar with accessing various accounts through CRA web site.
• Overseeing financial activities, including budget management and expense tracking.
• Preparing quarterly reporting package for the Owner.
• Administering HR functions including personnel files.
• Supervising and supporting office staff.
• Managing the office’s daily operations, ensuring efficient office procedures and systems.
• Handling correspondence and communications with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring and updating office databases and records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Implementing and improving office procedures to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Abilities

• Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, etc.
• Minimum of five (5) years Bookkeeping / Office Management and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with all aspects of bookkeeping – full cycle.
• Previous real estate development/construction experience an asset.
• Must be able to effectively deal with problem solving situations and be able to make short- and long-term judgement decisions.
• Demonstrated willingness to work independently and be motivated by self- direction.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office suite applications, strong working knowledge of excel is a must.
• Excellent multi-tasker.
• Must be proficient in Sage 50 Accounting.
• Must be proficient in Adobe.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills and work ethic.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be bondable.