Cloud Bookkeeper

A Firm for Entrepreneurs Welch’s successis due to 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. Our 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. We offer our employees invaluable prospects:possibilityforgrowthand 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), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities. National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm Established in 1918, Welch evolved from a single office to 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec.Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves, and ranks as the 14thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow. About the Opportunity Welch LLP is currently looking for a Cloud Bookkeeper to join our growing bookkeeping business, Elevate. As a Cloud Bookkeeper, you will work in a flexible environment that fosters a culture of learning and mentorship. You will have the support of a variety of accounting and tax professionals from within the Welch LLP family. Duties and Responsibilities Manage 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 returns Manage client needs, communicating with our business owner customers via e-mail and phone and video conference calls Follow up with external vendors as needed to maintain accurate client books Work with clients to provide ad-hoc information as requested; problem solve for clients when required Delegate work to more junior staff and answer questions on all aspects of work Monthly & quarterly reporting – payroll, GST, HST, WSIB, EHT, etc. Communicate efficiently and effectively with manager. Identify new business opportunities with existing clients Maintain clear documentation to allow for partner/manager or external (CRA) review efficiently. Run payroll for multiple clients based on their payroll schedule Manage own client portfolio for all accounting/bookkeeping needs for multiple clients Qualifications College Diploma in Business Accounting 2+ years of experience in full cycle bookkeeping and payroll is preferred Working knowledge of cloud accounting software, such as Dext, Plooto and QuickBooks Online would be an asset General knowledge of bookkeeping deadlines required Ability to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment on multiple assignments, multiple deadlines/priorities, with a high degree of autonomy over work required Knowledge of how to process payroll on any platform is an asset Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite an asset Initiative, willingness and ability to accept responsibility Learning mindset; willingness and ability to ramp up quickly on new clients, new industries. Ability to work under pressure, decisiveness, creativeness, good judgment, and common sense Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships Experience in different industries would be an asset Strong team player. Ability to collaborate or help team when required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French would be an asset 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. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr