Bookeeping and Finance Officer

**About the Role**:
We are seeking a motivated financial specialist to assist in organizing the day-to-day financial operations of our company, as well as occasionally help in making sound financial decisions. This role requires extensive knowledge of QuickBooks Online, excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently, as well as good interpersonal skills and the ability to work to deadline. Canoe North Adventures has built our reputation on kindness, compassion and positivity and we hope that you will bring these qualities to your workplace as well.

**About Canoe North Adventures**:
Canoe North Adventures is a growing tourism company focused on multi-day guided whitewater canoeing and rafting adventures in Canada’s Northwest Territories. Rivers we paddle include the legendary Nahanni, Keele, Mountain and Horton rivers. Our passionate approach to our guests’ experience has made thousands of happy customers over the past 30 years of operations. A family owned and operated business, we have recently relocated from Orangeville, Ontario to Bragg Creek, Alberta as our main base of operations. We have a small core team of 6 office employees and seasonally employ up to 20+ staff during the busy summer months.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Bookkeeping, Payroll & Finances**:

- Maintain detailed accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online.
- Prepare quarterly trial balances & perform a consistent quarterly close by reconciling bank and credit card accounts.
- Support grant tracking and reporting.
- Manage Payments for Workers’ Compensation.
- Manage other payments (utilities, insurance, property taxes, memberships and subscriptions, etc.)
- Process payroll for full-time and seasonal staff in QuickBooks Online Payroll and Connect Team. remit source deductions; prepare Records of Employment and year-end employee tax slips.

**Banking/Accounts Payable & Receivable**
- Process customer deposits, including post-dated cheques and digital transfers using Float, Wise or Square, or similar fintech platform.
- Manage accounts payable & record and track expenses, invoices, and receipts using expense software.

**Financial Reporting/Management**
- Generate accurate quarterly cashflow reports in QuickBooks. Provide budget estimates/forecasts from this data.
- Seasonally provide ownership relevant financial data to assist in sound financial planning around pricing, budgeting, sales, purchasing, etc.

**Required Qualifications**:

- At least 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, SMB financial administration/support, or basic accounting.
- A post-secondary degree or diploma in either Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience using QuickBooks Online, including its payroll module ().
- Strong understanding of accounts payable, payroll, and reconciliations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Excellent english communication skills—written and verbal.

**Desired Assets**:

- Advanced competency in Microsoft Excel (coding, macros, etc).
- A deep understanding on how to use Generative AI (without disclosing confidential financial information).
- Experience in the tourism, hospitality, or seasonal business sector.
- Background in cost analysis and cash flow analysis for SMB.
- A passion for outdoor pursuits and an active lifestyle.

**Compensation and Benefits**:

- Salary: $29-$32/hour, depending on experience, with a yearly salary raise with a good performance review.
- Medical benefit plan from Greenshield. Dental benefits available.
- 4% vacation pay/paycheque for first year (during training), then 2 weeks paid time off per year

afterwards.
- Participation on one, two-week long CNA expedition in the first summer of employment is a requirement to understand the nature of the position. This is mandatory and requires a base level of fitness. Other expeditions may be available depending on availability each summer.
- Work with our team in beautiful Bragg Creek, with access to nature trails, coffee shops and restaurants just a short walk/drive away.
- Quasi-Hybrid work schedule, with options to work fully remotely during the summer months.
- Over time this position has the opportunity to grow into a more senior financial role in the company.
- Accommodations available in Bragg Creek for interested parties. Maximum 2 people.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $29.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 44 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bragg Creek, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience processing and issuing payroll?
- Do you have experience with Accounts Payable/Accounts Recievable and expense software like Expensify, Dext or Float?
- What is your