Job Description

Job Summary

As a Bookkeeper with proven expertise, you will be the backbone of accurate and professional financial reporting across multiple companies. Your foundation in accounting principles, combined with strong practical bookkeeping experience, will ensure that records are precise, audit-ready, and consistent. You will be expected to work fluently with QBO, Dext, Plooto, and other modern financial software, while maintaining the flexibility to manage different company structures and industries. This position requires an individual with excellent communication skills--both written and verbal--who can explain financial details clearly and professionally. Beyond day-to day bookkeeping, you will be relied on to review company histories, identify trends, and set best practices for ongoing financial accuracy. A self-starter with drive, you will have the opportunity to grow into a leadership role overseeing other bookkeepers, taking on new clients, and ultimately growing into a partner of our bookkeeping division.

Duties

Maintain full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple companies across varied industries. Accurately post complex journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments. Review historical records to establish and reinforce proper bookkeeping practices. Prepare financial reports that are consistent, accurate, and professional. Manage accounts payable and receivable through various accounting apps. Collaborate with management to ensure timely reporting and compliance. Maintain organized records to support CRA compliance and audit-readiness. Communicate effectively with owners, managers, and external accountants. Support HR and payroll tasks as required (asset, not required). Train and mentor junior staff as the bookkeeping division grows.

Daily Tasks & Duties

Enter daily transactions into QBO and integrated software systems. Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts. Process invoices, expenses, and payments. Review prior entries for accuracy and consistency. Maintain digital filing systems for receipts, invoices, and financial documents. Maintain ongoing reports for specific projects, to be shared with ownership and clients. Manage various filing/reporting deadlines, especially with CRA. Reporting to the Financial Controller, Jeff Pearce. Other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience). Practical bookkeeping experience, ideally across multiple industries. Strong knowledge of QBO, Dext, Plooto, and related cloud-based accounting tools, as well as Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, One Drive, Powerpoint) Foundational accounting knowledge and ability to post complex entries. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to review historical financials and establish best practices. Self-starter with ambition to grow into leadership and client-facing roles. HR and payroll experience an asset.

Work Schedule

This is an in-person position (no remote work). Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Flexibility is available, but expected changes (days off, late arrival, etc.) must be communicated to your supervisor in advance, when possible.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about maintaining accurate financial records to apply for this position. Join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence in bookkeeping.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

bookkeeping: 3 years (required)
Location:

Wolfville, NS (preferred)
Work Location: In person