Bookkeeping Manager

About Us:

· We are a concierge environmental service company providing exceptional customer service.

· We believe in the importance of managing our collective impact with meaningful and tangible outcomes.

· We work to protect our clients, the environment and public health through water, wastewater and resource management.

· We are true to our word – we do what we say we will do, when we say we will do it.

· We are steadily improving, innovating and learning.

· We believe in sustainable communities and that our clients care about the future.

About You:

You are a highly motivated, optimistic and organized professional.

You've been often told that your good mood and positivity are contagious.

You are an excellent communicator with unrelenting attention to detail.

You want to be a part of a team that makes a difference.

You do not participate in gossip or negativity.

You adapt well to change and growth.

You are good with both numbers as well as people.

You are skilled in de-escalation and conflict resolution.

You want to live in a cleaner, greener and more sustainable society.

You figure out how to fix it, not who's to blame.

You ask a lot of questions and listen to the answers.

About the Job:

ESSE Canada is looking for a Bookkeeping to join our steadily growing team. This role plays an essential part of our fast-paced company and requires an unwavering positive attitude, excellent communication skills and consistent attention to detail. This role has three primary functions:

1. Bookkeeping & Financial Services Coordination
2. Payroll & Benefits Processing
3. Financial Reporting & Forecasting Analysis

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Bookkeeping & Financial Services Coordination

This dynamicrole carries out the management of accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger entries, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. The preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports is also a crucial function in this role. The smooth and efficient cooperation and coordination with all other internal departments is needed in order to ensure the success of our billing department. Consistent, focused and reliable execution of these duties along with a keen eye for attention to detail are critical in this role.

2. Payroll & Benefits Processing

Internal responsibilities include the administration of our existing programs and systems to complete payroll and benefits program processing, including deductions, new enrollments, and compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act (ESA) is also required. These tasks include the completion of weekly and monthly internal reports and processes, open and proactive communication and forecasting, and a strong ability to anticipate cashflow and departmental needs.

3. Financial Reporting & Forecasting Analysis

The preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial reports is required to support informed decision-making of ownership and management. The development and consistent maintenance of forecasting models to project revenues, expenditures, and cash flow is also required. The monitoring of financial performance against budgets and prior periods, identifying trends, variances, and potential risks or opportunities are also expected as a part of this role's functional duties. The successful candidate for this role will ensure accuracy, consistency of all duties completed and that timeliness of all financial data and reports are in compliance with organizational policies and applicable accounting standards.

Required Professional Skills:

• Financial Expertise: 5+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in a small business or service-based industry. Proficiency in bookkeeping software (QuickBooks) and payroll systems. Knowledge of Ontario financial regulations (e.g., HST filings, CRA compliance).
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts, and generate accurate reports. Experience with cash flow forecasting is an asset.
• Interpersonal Skills: Clear communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and department managers. Ability to train support staff on financial processes.
• Integrity: Demonstrated trustworthiness and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial data.
• Education: Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA designation or equivalent is an asset but not required.

Required Organizational & Interpersonal Skills

· Energetic and positive personal disposition

· Excellent organizational and planning skills with unwavering attention to detail

· Strong problem-solving, analytical and reasoning skills

· Ability to establish priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change

· Excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks

· Ability to work both as part of a team and independently with focus

· Highly skilled in using computer and digital technology software, including Microsoft Office Suite and customer management software

· Ability to review financial and operational reports to produce custom reports, trending reports and analyses

· Ability to train and guide other employees (subordinate or otherwise)

· Ability to maintain information confidential in nature

· Bilingual skills (French) considered an asset but not required

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person