Government of Canada - Central

senior bookkeeper


Pay28.50 / hour
LocationMarkham/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 43904860

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

      Experience

      1 year to less than 2 years

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
      • Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
      • Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
      • Post journal entries
      • Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
      • Prepare tax returns
      • Prepare trial balance of books
      • Reconcile accounts

      Experience and specialization

      Computer and technology knowledge

      • Accounting software
      • MS Excel
      • MS Outlook
      • MS Windows
      • MS Word
      • MS Office

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Bondable

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Ability to work independently
      • Attention to detail
      • Fast-paced environment
      • Repetitive tasks
      • Tight deadlines
      • Work under pressure

      Personal suitability

      • Accurate
      • Dependability
      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Excellent written communication
      • Flexibility
      • Judgement
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player
      • Time management
      • Adaptability

      Benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Group insurance benefits

      Other benefits

      • Free parking available
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