PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER - 24 HOURS PER WEEK The Hare Wine Company is currently seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to join our team for 12 to 24 hours a week. Flexible start times are available, with the option to begin at 9:30 a.m. and finish by 2:00 p.m., making this a great opportunity for someone balancing work with school drop-offs or other personal commitments. We are looking for a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented individual who can communicate effectively and bring a positive, engaging presence to our team. If you have a passion for numbers and enjoy working in a beautiful wine country setting, we'd love to hear from you! Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country is home to many vineyards and wineries. Wine tours bring thousands of visitors to our winery every year, creating inviting, memorable and unique wine experiences in Canada. Our vineyard is envied for its abundance of fertile lands, enjoying maximum sun exposure that results in rich, complex and full-bodied wines, and our premium grapes create a taste so distinct that we regularly welcome guests out of the region for exclusive outdoor tastings. Overview: Our bookkeeper is responsible for recording and maintaining our business's financial transactions, including purchases, expenses, sales revenue, invoices, accounts payable/receivable, and some payroll processing. This role is essential to ensuring the financial health and accuracy of company operations. Key Responsibilities: * Payroll processing * Bank reconciliations * Daily cash reconciliations * Processing journal entries * Managing and processing accounts payable * Managing Accounts Receivables * Invoicing for licensees and other revenue streams * Assisting with online orders and wine club operations Requirements/Qualifications: * Diploma in Accounting or Finance * 5+ years of bookkeeping experience * High level of attention to detail and accuracy * Experience in payroll legislation, reporting, and payroll contractual language * Understanding of accounting fundamentals, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgets, and year-end preparation * Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, with solid intermediate skills in Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer * 4+ years of QuickBooks experience required Additional Details: * Prior experience in a winery or hospitality setting is preferred but not required * The position is part-time or contract, with hours and days being flexible * Work is in-person at our Niagara-on-the-Lake winery, as all paperwork is managed on-site * Staff pricing on wine is offered as a benefit