Senior Bookkeeper

Stern Cohen LLP is seeking a full-time Senior Bookkeeper to join our Firm, providing outstanding client service to the Firms owner-managed clients. The Senior Bookkeeper will report directly to the Senior Manager of the team, and will interact regularly with all Stern Cohen partners, staff, and clients.

Stern Cohen is your opportunity for a rewarding career with an innovative and award-winning firm. Check out our Careers page for team member reviews and to learn more about what makes us unique.

Responsibilities:

Full cycle bookkeeping duties for a block of client accounts.
Preparation of bank reconciliations, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax filings. (HST, WSIB, T4, installments)
Identify process improvements and system efficiencies.
Travel to and working at the client's location when required.
Coordination and distribution of bookkeeping tasks amongst a team.
Frequent communication with clients, responding to questions, concerns, and requests.
Training and oversight of their teams work; feedback and coaching to foster team development and growth.
Onboarding new clients, setting up new QuickBooks files.
Occasional meetings with clients to review statements, any questions and troubleshoot any issues.
Preparation of year-end packages for accountants, i.e. preparing a trial balance, adjusting entries, and reconciling accounts.
Prepare and process payroll online software.

Qualifications:

Bookkeeping experience with QBO, Sage 50, Caseware and other accounting software.
Completed University Degree/Diploma in Accounting/Finance; and Bookkeeping;
2- 3 years of work experience in bookkeeping;
Must be highly accurate and willing to take responsibility for various accounting issues;
Strong work ethic, diligent, committed and able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment and produce work that demonstrates attention to detail;
The ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments;
Detail-oriented, self-starter, able to handle conflicting priorities;
Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team;
Planning and organizing workflow to meet various deadlines for clients and senior management;
Must have knowledge of Dext, Hubdoc and Plooto as an asset;
Must have knowledge of Wagepoint or other payroll systems;

Benefits of working at Stern Cohen:

Culture of lifelong learning
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Enthusiastic team spirit
Flex hours to allow for work-life balance
Fridays off in July and August
Competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package

We thank all applicants for their interest. We will contact only those whose skills and experience closely match our requirements for the position.

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