Freelance Bookkeeper Wanted Flexible, Remote-Friendly (Toronto-based preferred)

Were looking for a detail-oriented, reliable freelance bookkeeper to support our growing business. Youll play a key role in keeping our financials accurate, organized, and up to date. This is a part-time, remote-friendly roleperfect for an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys working independently and takes pride in clean, well-maintained books.

Scope of Work:

• Full-Cycle Bookkeeping:
  Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including overhead transaction entry, bank and credit card reconciliations, and general ledger oversight.

• Accounts Payable (AP):
  Manage vendor statement reconciliation and payment schedules, and
  ensure timely and accurate payments. Maintain organized records via Xero for reporting and audit support.

• CRA Filings:
  Prepare and file HST returns, reconcile against accounting records, and coordinate with our accountant for corporate tax filings and year-end compliance.

• Basic Inventory Accounting:
  Record manual journal entries for inventory at month-end, support basic inventory reconciliation, and ensure accuracy of cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting.

• Month-End Close & Fixed Assets:
  Complete month-end close processes including posting accruals, managing amortization schedules, and tracking depreciation of fixed assets.

• Payroll & Expenses:
  Coordinate with the business to collect employee hours, run payroll through our payroll provider, and ensure accurate payroll journal entries and reconciliations. Track reimbursements and maintain up-to-date expense records aligned with CRA requirements.

• EHT & WSIB Filings:
  Prepare and submit Employer Health Tax (EHT) and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) filings, ensuring compliance and timely remittances.

• General Ledger & Financial Reporting:
  Maintain clean and accurate ledgers. Generate and deliver monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, trial balance), and flag unusual activity or variances for leadership review.

WhatWere Looking For:

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience

• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax, payroll, and regulatory filings

• Proficiency in Xero (Xero Advisor Certification is a plus)

• Diploma in accounting or a Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation preferred

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently

• Bonus: Experience with inventory-based or manufacturing businesses

Hours & Compensation:

• Estimated 1015 hours/week to start

• Hourly rate: $35$45/hour, depending on experience

How to Apply

If this sounds like a good fit, wed love to hear from you. Please send us the following:

• A resume or summary of your bookkeeping experience, especially any work with Canadian small businesses, manufacturing, or inventory-based operations.
• A brief proposal or cover note outlining why this role aligns with your skills and how you prefer to work.
• Your hourly rate (within the $35$45/hour range) and typical billing terms.
• Any relevant certifications, such as a CPB designation or Xero Advisor Certification.
• Optional: A reference or testimonial from a past client, ideally with similar scope or industry experience.

We're looking to get started soon, so dont hesitate to reach out. Lets connect and explore the potential to work together.