Bookkeeper

Job Summary

At McMinniman's, we are striving to create a client-focused and purpose-driven relocation and logistics company. The role of the bookkeeper is to handle the heavy lifting of all financial matters in the organization. This includes but is not limited to A/R, A/P, reconciliations, statements for subcontractors, payroll, remittances, intercompany transactions, petty cash, reconciliation of fixed assets, and preparation of financials for our outside accountant.

The bookkeeper will work with the administrative assistants at both our locations (Oromocto, NB and Dartmouth, NS), who will assist with the accounts receivable (invoicing and payment collection), and revenue distribution with our partner, United Van Lines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, take ownership of their responsibilities, have a problem-solving mentality, and work well independently as well as with others. The candidate will also contribute to the improvement of our workflows and the client experience. Working within our team, you will help McMinniman's be a leader in our industry and an employer of choice for employees.

Objectives of this role:

· To oversee and perform most financial matters in the business, ensuring accurate accounting and payroll, and providing regular financial updates to management.

· To audit the A/R and A/P.

· To suggest process improvements and changes to the accounting processes, payment collection, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Accounts Receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
• Manage Accounts Payable, including invoice processing and payments.
• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process, including Journal Entries (JE's) to the General Ledger (G/L) when necessary, beyond standard A/R and A/P.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements for all related companies, including Canadian and US accounts.
• Process Payroll, including tracking timesheets for averaging hours and using spreadsheets for JE's on overhead/cost allocation.
• Administer Health Benefits.
• Track Driver's Statements/Expenses, including income and expenses per order.
• Handle Revenue Distribution on Canadian/US orders, including releasing orders within UVL Canada, creating invoices, and reconciling statements on the 15th and 30/31 of each month.
• Remit to the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) for payroll (monthly) and HST (quarterly).
• Remit to WHSCC (Workers' Health, Safety and Compensation Commission) for NB and NS monthly.
• Reconcile Fixed Assets, including capital gains/losses on the purchase and sale of fixed assets.
• Understand and reconcile Inter-Company transactions for income/expenses.
• Other duties include bank deposits, petty cash, scales, and understanding the tax implications on moving and in-transit.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper.
• Proficiency with Sage Pro 50 accounting software (Knowledge of QuickBooks could also be an asset).
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Excellent data entry and management skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience in the household goods or freight transportation industry an asset.

If you are a self-starter with a strong sense of responsibility and a passion for accuracy, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• At least 2 years of experience in the household goods relocation or transportation industry is an asset.

Experience:

• Bookkeeping or Accounting: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person