Bookkeeper

Description:

Benefits: 3 weeks’ vacation and sick bank, Extended Health and Dental Coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 and 2 years of post-secondary courses in Bookkeeping or Accounting and 2 years recent related experience. Or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Payroll experience is an asset.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and financial software systems

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to respond to staff and vendors in an accurate, timely and professional manner

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently with little supervision

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to effectively handle multiple demands