Job Description

Overview

Kowalski CPA is a full-service accounting firm specializing in personal taxes, corporate taxes, business accounting and bookkeeping. Since forming in 2017, we've consistently offered an outstanding client service experience while providing our team with a comprehensive and flexible workspace.

About the Opportunity

As our practice continues to grow, we have space for an experienced bookkeeper to work alongside our team and provide our clients with high quality, back-end financial support. The ideal candidate is confident and organized, as they will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions and ensuring compliance with accounting standards (GAAP). This position offers a combination of in-person and remote work, and the successful applicant can expect significant growth opportunities within the firm.

Duties

This role requires a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and proficiency in accounting software especially Quickbooks Online and includes, but is not limited to:

Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations

Maintenance of accounts payable and receivable

Payroll processing

Year-end T4 preparation and filing

HST filing

Preparation of financial reports as needed for client review

Professional and prompt client correspondence and assistance with finance related requests and CRA inquiries

Your duties and responsibilities may evolve as you grow within the firm to suit our client's needs.

Your Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will have at minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience and the successful completion of a post-secondary diploma or certificate is an asset. The required skills for this position are:

Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Quickbooks Online

Comfortable and experienced in working with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Outlook and Teams

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines and competing interests effectively

Strong personal organization and initiative to thrive in the role with minimal supervision

A willingness to learn and adopt new technologies including workflow processes and accounting software and AI tools as required

A positive attitude to represent our firm's culture and values to clients

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ottawa, ON K1Z 7T1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Bookkeeping: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K1Z 7T1