Bookkeeper

About Assist-her

Assist-her is a women-led virtual support agency dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and organizations scale through dependable, personalized assistance. We collaborate with dynamic founders and teams who prioritize thoughtful processes, strong relationships, and meticulous execution.

Role Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented bookkeeper responsible for maintaining accurate and well-organized financial records for various clients. The daily responsibilities include entering transactions, reconciling bank and credit card records, generating financial reports, and more. This role requires proficiency in multiple accounting software platforms, responding to client inquiries, and coordination with the broader support team to meet deadlines and service commitments. The ideal candidate thrives in an independent virtual work environment while managing multiple client accounts efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter and classify all business transactions promptly
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements
• Oversee accounts payable including vendor billing and payments
• Handle accounts receivable such as customer invoicing and collections
• Perform payroll functions and maintain related records
• Calculate and submit payroll deductions like CPP, EI, and income tax
• Prepare and distribute year-end payroll slips such as T4s
• File HST/GST returns and ensure timely payment remittance
• Monitor HST/GST collected and paid on expenses
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries
• Record and reconcile loans, lines of credit, and financing transactions
• Track business expenses and manage receipts documentation
• Monitor cash flow and account balances vigilantly
• Compile monthly financial reports including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
• Support budgeting processes and financial forecasting efforts

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in bookkeeping, including precise transaction recording and reconciliation
• Capability to prepare, interpret, and clarify fundamental financial statements
• Experience using accounting software and digital financial tools
• Strong foundation in financial principles and daily financial operations
• Attention to detail in preparing and reviewing accounting journal entries
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism with financial data
• Effective communication skills suited for remote work environments
• Experience supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, or virtual clientele is advantageous
• Preferred education includes coursework, certification, or degree in accounting, finance, or related fields

Additional Information

This is a subcontractor role with work hours varying according to client requirements.