Senior Bookkeeper Canadian Accouting

Job Description

We’re looking for a Senior Bookkeeper for a long-term, full-time remote role. This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven position that requires independence, precision, and a proactive approach. If you’re juggling multiple jobs or seeking a short-term gig, this role isn’t for you. We want someone committed, reliable, and ready to grow with us.

Job Highlights

• Hourly Rate: USD 7.53, the equivalent in your local currency
• Paid Hours per Week: 40
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am-5 pm EST (includes 1 hr unpaid break)
• Work Arrangement: Work from home
• Contract: Independent Contractor

Side note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Scopes:

• Exclusive work commitment during scheduled hours (no secondary employment during work time)
• Opportunity for advancement to pod manager role within 6 months
• Long-term growth potential with plans to expand team by 10+ members over 1-2 years
• Comprehensive training on company-specific processes and procedures
• Participation in team building activities including monthly game nights
• Potential for annual salary increases and performance-based incentives after probation period

What You’ll Do

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 10-20 businesses, ranging from small to established complex multi-entity businesses.
• Oversee multiple client files, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency across accounts.
• Review bookkeeping work prepared by junior bookkeepers, providing guidance, feedback, and quality control.
• Handle month-end and year-end bookkeeping, including monthly, quarterly, and annual GST/HST returns.
• Manage client onboarding, including setting up bookkeeping files, completing catch-up and clean-up bookkeeping, and ensuring seamless integration into accounting systems.
• Document bookkeeping files clearly and thoroughly so they can be efficiently handed off to other team members.
• Train and support junior bookkeepers, assist with complex client files, and prepare documentation to ensure smooth workflows.
• Maintain accurate records using QuickBooks Online (QBO) and DEXT.
• Prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial reports, ensuring CRA compliance (including assistance with CRA audits).
• Handle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Generate accurate monthly financial reports in a timely manner.
• Assist in documenting and improving internal processes.
• Communicate professionally with clients, acting as a trusted point of contact.
• Collaborate with the team and contribute to a positive remote work culture.

About You

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience in a firm(QBO required).
• Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles.
• Deep knowledge of AP, AR, reconciliations, and monthly close.
• Experience filings sales tax returns.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting tools such as QBO, DEXT and Plooto.
• Comfortable using task management tools (e.g., ClickUp, Karbon) and CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Zendesk).
• Highly organized, dependable, proactive, and deadline-driven.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated, quiet home workspace.

Independent Contractor Perks

• HMO Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work-from-home
• Immediate hiring

Reminder:

Kindly apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. Complete the initial requirements, including the voice recording, pre-screening assessment, and technical check of your computer/device.

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