Job Description

Job Summary

European Automotive is a fast-growing, reputable automotive service provider specializing in mechanical repairs, collision repair support, and high-volume parts and inventory management. We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join our team on-site. Due to the nature of our operations, including daily transaction handling, payment processing, and sensitive audit-trail requirements, this position is fully in-office with no remote or hybrid options.

The Junior Bookkeeper will support our accounting department with accurate financial data entry, reconciliations, and daily bookkeeping activities. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting workflows within the automotive repair industry, including inventory, parts, supplier invoicing, and payment cycle management. You will play a key role in maintaining clean audit trails and ensuring financial accuracy across multiple systems.

Duties

Perform daily bookkeeping duties including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, expense categorization, journal entries, and month-end preparation. Maintain precise audit trails for all financial transactions, including documentation, approvals, and system entries. Process supplier invoices, match POs, verify payment terms, and reconcile statements regularly. Manage parts and inventory reconciliation, including correcting variances, validating supplier pricing, and coordinating with service advisors/technicians. Upload and process invoices via Dext, ensuring accurate coding and system sync with QBO. Support daily transaction handling including EFTs, cheques, credit card payments (e.g., AMEX), and COD supplier processes. Assist with reconciling revenues, tire sales categorization, and service item mapping to ensure accurate reporting. Work closely with the operations team to maintain accurate financial integration between AutoLeap, Bodyshop Connect, and QBO. Maintain confidentiality of financial data and support audits or financial reviews. Perform additional administrative or accounting tasks as required.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience (5 years preferred). Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) - mandatory. Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial documentation. Experience working with Dext or similar invoice automation tools. Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency. Ability to manage workflow in a fast-paced environment with high transaction volume.

Preferred, but not mandatory

Experience with AutoLeap, Bodyshop Connect, or other automotive shop management software. Prior experience working in an automotive mechanical shop, collision repair facility, or high-volume parts/service environment. Familiarity with vendor payment structures, parts purchasing, and inventory control specific to the automotive sector.

Work Environment

Full-time, on-site position (no remote work available). Monday to Friday schedule. Collaborative work environment with technicians, service advisors, and management teams. Opportunities for training and growth in an expanding organization.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to our financial operations while working in a professional environment dedicated to accuracy and integrity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burlington, ON L7M 1A4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What is your current city of residence?
Experience:

Quickbooks Online: 2 years (required) bookkeeping/accounting: 2 years (required) Dext or similar invoice automation tool: 1 year (preferred) AutoLeap, Bodyshop Connect, or similar software: 1 year (preferred) automotive repair shop: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Certified Bookkeeper Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person