Houghton & Co. is a small, well-established accounting firm in the South Pandosy area. Our firm handles a diversity of clients in various industries and deals with corporate/personal tax matters, compliance, estate planning, and advisory services. We take pride in withholding strong ethics and values that have made our firm successful for over thirty-five years.
We are currently seeking an experienced bookkeeper to join our accounting team!
Responsibilities include:
· Provide efficient and accurate full cycle bookkeeping service for a variety of businesses
- Perform bank account reconciliations, journal entries, and record/manage accounts payable and receivable
- Knowledge of cloud-based bookkeeping systems, such as Xero
- Prepare regular GST and PST filings
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of government remittances and statutory/non-statutory deductions (WCB, payroll deductions, EHT, etc.)
- Communicate with clients, government agencies, other professionals, and colleagues
Candidate attributes
- Able to multi-task and willing to work in a challenging, dynamic environment
- Skilled communicator, both verbal and written
- Analytical and attention to detail
- A mature, positive attitude
Experience / education:
- At least 3 years of experience with full-cycle bookkeeping
- Comprehensive knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices
- Post-secondary education in accounting and/or bookkeeping courses
- Familiar with bookkeeping for a variety of industries
- Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office programs, Sage, and Quickbooks Online
- Experience in using online bookkeeping software such as Xero, Hub Doc, or similar programs is an asset
We offer competitive wages and an excellent team atmosphere in a reputable, long-standing Kelowna accounting practice. Compensation based upon the candidate's abilities, experience, and skills.
This is an in-office position. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm but there is flexibilty as to hours.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered will be contacted.
Thank you!
Pay: $48,000.00-$56,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- QuickBooks: 2 years (preferred)
- Bookkeeping: 3 years (required)
Location:
- Kelowna, BC V1Y 4Y7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
