CONTRACT BOOKKEEPER
2-Month Contract | On-Site | Toronto, ON
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Bookkeeper to support our finance team for a 2-month engagement. The successful candidate will hit the ground running, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring our books are up to date throughout the contract period.
Contract Details
- Duration: 2 months
- Type: Contract / Freelance
- Location: On-Site in Downtown Toronto
- Hours: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date day-to-day bookkeeping records
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations on a regular basis
- Manage expense tracking and coding to appropriate accounts
- Prepare and process payroll entries as required
- Generate financial reports including profit & loss statements and balance sheets
- Assist with month-end close procedures
- Liaise with the finance team and external accountants as needed
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies
- Identify and flag discrepancies or irregularities in financial data
- Teaching and coaching internal AP/AR team member
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) — required
- Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Nice to Have
- Experience with NetSuite ERP — considered a strong asset
- Familiarity with multi-currency transactions
What We Offer
- Competitive contract rate (commensurate with experience)
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Working closely with an experienced CFO and executive team
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact
- A conveniently located office at Bay & Wellington – with a kitchen stocked for your healthy snack and caffeine cravings
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief summary of your QuickBooks Online experience.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
