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Bookkeeper/Accountant

23 Dec 2024

Full-time, Permanent
130 King St W, Toronto, ON (M5X)
$65,000 - 70,000 / per Year
Job Details:

Staffworks is seeking a Full-Time Bookkeeper/Accountant for our client, a Downtown Toronto-based Merchant bank. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll administration, compliance, and financial reporting, as well as experience in tracking investments and preparing investment-related summaries. This role is essential in maintaining accurate financial records for our main operating company, related investment/holding companies, and small operating companies in which the firm or its principals hold significant interests.

Work Type: Permanent Position

Work Location: Downtown Toronto, Ontario (in-office)

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

  • QuickBooks: 1 year (preferred)
  • Bookkeeping: 3 years (required)
  • Investment: 1 year (required)

Interested candidates may submit their resume in word doc. format to Monique Pedro moniquep@staffworkscanada.com  for further consideration. Staffworks thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

  • Responsibilities
    Key Responsibilities:
    • Full Cycle Bookkeeping: Maintain and manage accurate financial records for the main operating company, related investment/holding companies, and small operating companies.
    • Payroll Administration: Administer payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
    • GST/HST Returns and Compliance: Prepare and submit GST/HST returns and manage related compliance matters such as WSIB, EHT, etc.
    • Investment Tracking & Accounting: Track, monitor, and report on portfolio investments, ensuring accurate accounting of investment transactions and balances.
    • Investment Summaries & Schedules: Prepare and maintain detailed investment summaries, schedules, and reports for executives, ensuring clarity and accuracy of financial data related to the company’s holdings.
    • Financial Reporting: Prepare daily reports, quarterly financial packages, and support financial statement preparation and tax planning.
    • Executive Expense Management: Oversee and manage the personal expenses of corporate executives, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
    • Office Administration: Assist with general office administrative duties as required, ensuring smooth office operations.
  • Requirements
    Required Qualifications:
    • Education: Diploma in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or a relevant designation.
    • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience.
    • Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding and hands-on experience with payroll administration, GST/HST returns, and other compliance-related matters (e.g., WSIB, EHT).
    • Investment Experience: Experience in tracking and accounting for portfolio investments and preparing related investment summaries, schedules, and reports.
    • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Familiarity with accounting software is a plus.
    • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Work Ethic: Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
    • Organization: High attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Accessibility
    Staffworks thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted. We are an inclusive employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants of all ages, races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations to apply. If you are selected for an interview, please inform your recruiter of your accommodation requirements.
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