Cloud Bookkeeper

Location: Ottawa, ON • Category: Full time, Permanent • Job Type: Hybrid 35 hours/week • Salary: 50,000/yearChoose Local, Choose Welch LLPWelch LLP is ideal for professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit. Welch offers its employees invaluable prospects:possibilityfor growth and advancement;varietyto explore different career paths;opportunityto specialize and deepen skills;andflexibilityof work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.Grounded in a values-led culture(care, impact, empower), Welch is focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, nurturing women in leadership, and supporting its surrounding communities. At Welch, we know our employees are our number one asset. Itis our people that enablesWelch LLP to bea firm like no other.National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firmEstablished in 1918, Welch evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec,Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves.Welch ranks as the 14thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to Welch’s successis continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace.With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Welch’s clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.About the OpportunityWelch LLP is currently looking for a Cloud Bookkeeper to join our growing bookkeeping business, Elevate.Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage bookkeeping for multiple companies at a time using online or desktop accounting software, including the ability to reconcile accounts receivable and payables, generate weekly/bi-weekly payroll, and file quarterly and annual returnsManage client needs, communicating with our business owner customers via e-mail and phone and video conference callsFollow up with external vendors as needed to maintain accurate client booksWorking with clients to provide ad-hoc information as requested; problem solve for clients when requiredMonthly & quarterly reporting – payroll, GST, HST, WSIB, EHT, etc.Communicate efficiently and effectively with managerMaintain clear documentation to allow for partner/manager or external (CRA) review efficientlyQualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting or related fieldMinimum 2 years of experience in full cycle bookkeeping and payrollGeneral knowledge of bookkeeping deadlines requiredWorking knowledge of cloud accounting software, such as Dext, Plooto and QuickBooksExperience with legacy accounting software, such as Sage 50 / QuickBooks DesktopAbility to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment on multiple assignments, multiple deadlines/priorities, with a high degree of autonomy over work requiredWorking knowledge of workflow management tools would be an asset,In depth knowledge of Microsoft Suite is requiredAbility to manage own client portfolio for all accounting/bookkeeping needs for multiple clientsInitiative, willingness and ability to accept responsibilityLearning mindset; willingness and ability to ramp up quickly on new clients, new industries.Ability to work under pressure, decisiveness, creativeness, good judgment, and common senseAbility to develop and maintain strong client relationshipsStrong professional communication skills requiredStrong team player. Ability to collaborate or help team when required.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishVerbal and written communication skills in French would be an assetIf you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, please send your resume to applications@welchllp.comWe thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr