Junior Accountant $15-18/hr

Contractor: $15 - $18/hr

We are looking for a dynamic Junior Accountant or Bookkeeper to join our team as a contractor. 
The candidate will be responsible for taking on various accounting related projects for our accounting firm. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of accounting, is flexible, highly professional, keen to learn, tech-savvy, and above all, has a positive attitude.
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Role & Responsibilities
You will be using online accounting software and apps including, but not limited to, QuickBooks, Xero and Freshbooks. You will work closely with our clients to ensure that the following responsibilities are handled diligently:

• Weekly Bookkeeping for multiple clients using Xero and Quickbooks online
• Running payroll, making changes to payroll and handling payroll tax slips (T4/RL1) and ROE forms
• Answering support questions from clients related to bookkeeping and payroll matters
• Ensuring clients’ books are kept up-to-date and are accurate and organized
• Preparing month-end reports
• Preparing government remittance reports. i.e. sales taxes (GST/HST/QST) and payroll tax remittances (DAS)
• Managing multiple clients simultaneously in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• The role will sometimes require you to meet clients at their office locations.

 
Schedule and location:
The position is flexible and allows you to work remotely from your home or in our office.
Our office is located in Mercier, Quebec.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of QuickBooks Online required
• Knowledge of QuickBooks desktop and/or Xero online accounting software is an asset
• Excellent understanding of accrual bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, debits and credits.
• Excellent understanding of the ins and outs of how an accounting system works: Invoicing, payables, bookkeeping, tax rates, etc
• Prior bookkeeping experience in a fast-paced environment is an asset.
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent work ethic
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to details
• Honesty and integrity with an ability to handle confidential information
• Keen to learn

​Send your application to: hr@peerlessaccounting.com