Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Company: GPA LLP Chartered Professional Accountants
About GPA LLP
GPA LLP is a Chartered Professional Accounting firm dedicated to delivering exceptional results through strong client relationships and diverse advisory services. We specialize in serving small and mid-size businesses as well as individuals, providing comprehensive solutions in accounting, personal and business tax, SR&ED, bookkeeping, and fractional CFO advisory.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Bookkeeper to join our Edmonton team on a full-time, in-office basis. The successful candidate will provide accurate and timely bookkeeping and accounting support for a variety of clients while working closely with our accounting and tax teams.
We are looking for someone interested in a long-term career in bookkeeping, who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and values building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
Co-Pay benefits commence after successful completion of the probationary period.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients
- Perform full-cycle bookkeeping for a variety of businesses
- Record and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Complete bank and credit card reconciliations
- Post and update journal entries
- Process payroll and prepare GST/HST returns and other remittances
- Assist with month-end and year-end closings, including preparing trial balances
- Prepare financial statements and working papers
- Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues
- Communicate with clients to obtain information and clarify accounting matters
- Maintain organized and accurate client files
- Assist with other accounting and administrative duties as required
Qualifications & Previous Experience
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, including accounts payable, receivable, and bank reconciliation.
- Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience; 3+ years is an asset
- Experience working with clients across diverse industries and business types
- GST/HST preparation and filing
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple client files and deadlines
- Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Technical Skills
Experience with the following is considered an asset:
- QuickBooks Online (QBO)
- Xero
- Sage
- Dext/Hubdoc
- Microsoft Excel
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position. We appreciate all applications and will only contact candidates selected for an interview.
Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Have you ever worked in a public practice accounting firm before?
- Are you able to reliably commute to our office?
- Are you proficient in any of the software/programs listed in the job post, and do you have their certifications?
- Are you looking for a long-term career in bookkeeping?
Experience:
- full cycle bookkeeping: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
