Job Overview

Our client is looking for a meticulous and experienced Bookkeeper to manage and reconstruct financial records for a commercial real estate holding corporation and its affiliates. This role begins with a significant backlog project—reconstructing records dating back to 2021—and will transition into ongoing monthly maintenance and administrative support. The ideal candidate is an expert in QuickBooks Online and has a deep understanding of Canadian tax requirements to ensure all records are audit-ready for the client’s accountant.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (20 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Reconstruct and reconcile historical bookkeeping records dating back to 2021 across multiple corporations
• Categorize and itemize monthly bank transactions in alignment with the accountant's reporting requirements
• Track and reconcile HST collected on rental income against HST paid on eligible expenses for quarterly or annual government filings
• Process and record receipts, invoices, and vendor payments from scanned or photographed documents
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records on an ongoing basis to support timely income tax filings
• Support general administrative tasks across multiple corporations as workload permits

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online for transaction entry, categorization, and reporting
• Solid understanding of Canadian tax obligations including HST/GST filing and reconciliation
• Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver outcomes on schedule

Scope

• Begin with backlog bookkeeping for a commercial real estate holding corporation (2021–present)
• Expand to cover bookkeeping and administration for two additional corporations over time
• Prepare organized financial statements and transaction records for handoff to the client's accountant
• Coordinate with the client's accountant to ensure records meet their specific formatting and categorization needs
• Transition into ongoing monthly bookkeeping maintenance once the backlog is cleared

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.