Bookkeeper
AccountingPart TimeSechelt, BC$24 - $28 CAD per hour
Salish Soils is currently looking for 1 part time bookkeeper (24 hours) with hybrid potential. All though this is a part time position there is potential for more hours.
Bookkeeper must possess.
- Minimum 2 years experience in a bookkeeper role
- Experience with QBO required. Experience with DEXT and QBO Certified is an asset.
- Understand Sales Taxes and able to use the QBO sales tax modules
- Has successfully completed post-secondary bookkeeping/accounting courses.
- Proficient with bookkeeping software and related apps are preferred.
- Proficient in computer software programs, such as Microsoft Office applications, Excel specifically.
- Knowledge of accounting and financial principles
- Knowledge of basic accounting functions.
Job Title: Bookkeeper, Salish Soils
Location: Sechelt, Sunshine Coast, British Columbia
Reports To: Controller
Position Overview:
The Bookkeeper is responsible for managing the financial records and day-to-day accounting operations for Salish Soils. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, as the Bookkeeper must ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, processing of transactions, and reconciliation of intra-company payments.
This position works closely with the Controller and supports the CFO and leadership teams by maintaining financial data integrity and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Record-Keeping:
- Maintain and update the general ledger
- Ensure accurate recording and classification of all financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, and expense claims.
- Manage and reconcile all intra-company transactions and payments, ensuring alignment between Salish Soils and sister companies.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and petty cash for both entities on a regular basis.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Process vendor and supplier payments, ensuring bills are approved and paid on time.
- Generate invoices for accounts receivable, track outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue accounts
- Maintain a clear and organized accounts payable and receivable schedule to optimize cash flow.
Payroll and Expense Management:
- Process payroll-related entries, ensuring accurate recording of employee hours, sick days, and vacation days.
- Ensure time sheets (T Sheets) are up to date for all employees.
- Manage employee expense reimbursements and ensure proper approvals and coding of transactions.
Intra-Company Transactions and Reporting:
- Track and manage all payments, loans, and transfers between Salish Soils and sister companies
- Reconcile intra-company balances regularly to maintain financial clarity.
- Collaborate with the Controller to provide accurate and timely reports on intra-company activity.
Financial Reporting and Compliance:
- Assist the Controller and CFO in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Work with Controller to provide cash flow summaries, income statements, and balance sheet reports.
- Ensure compliance with GST, PST, and other tax filing requirements.
- Support year-end processes and assist external accountants during audits or reviews.
Administrative Duties:
- Maintain organized financial records, including physical and digital files, for both entities.
- Support the Controller with ad hoc financial tasks, including research, reporting, and reconciliations.
- Track all time, ensuring clear allocation of billable hours
- Assist with office administrative tasks as required, such as filing or handling payment inquiries.
Key Deliverables:
- Accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Timely processing of accounts payable, receivable, and payroll entries for both companies.
- Clear and accurate reconciliation of all intra-company payments and transactions.
- Compliance with tax filing deadlines and accounting standards.