About the BridgGroup of Companies:

The Bridg Group of Companies (TBGOC) has been in business for over 20 years and provides exceptional consumer services in the Financial and Real Estate world.

Our mission is to change lives one client at a time and to be the home of all your financial needs!

We aim to foster a culture of caring and accountability. Caring for our clients and employees in a team working environment. As a company we focus on working on diversified services that allow each client to reach their financial goals. But we also aim to ensure that our team experiences personal growth in their careers by offering ongoing training and development opportunities.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to join our finance team. This role involves managing the day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial procedures, and supporting the finance manager with various tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Position: Bookkeeper

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

Responsibilities:

• Assist managers with divisional budget creation and management.
• Track and complete weekly tasks, including refunds, return cheques (NSFs), and cheque deposit errors.
• Manage and reconcile operations billing disputes with creditors.
• Complete monthly credit card reconciliations.
• Complete monthly banking reconciliation for managers to complete bookkeeping.
• Conduct monthly audits of corporate and division budget compliance.
• Perform monthly audits of corporate bills.
• Complete monthly shared drive cleanup to maintain organized financial records.
• Perform bookkeeping tasks, including maintaining accurate financial records, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
• Serve as a backup for the Finance Manager, including QuickBooks entries, HST & WSIB calculations and filing, and payroll processing.
• Serve as a backup for the accounts receivable and accounts payable clerk for their duties.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and support the company's eco-friendly initiatives, such as going paperless.
• Perform other tasks and projects assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, finance, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a general accounting field and in developing spreadsheet and/or database applications for financial analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with policies and procedures governing accounts payable and receivable.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies, including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, accountability, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to prepare financial records using financial software applications (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet stringent deadlines.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a calm demeanor.
• Excellent technology skills in using all Microsoft Suite Software’s including, MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel, Outlook, Google Chrome, etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to express ideas and procedures clearly and concisely; ability to work with highly sensitive information
• Superior attention to detail, organizational skills and calm demeanor.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, sums, drop-downs, PivotTables, Macros, etc.
• Resides in close proximity to the office in Vaughan (preferred)
• Must be able to type > 50 WPM
• Must own a vehicle and have full access at all times
• Mandatory attendance in Annual Company & Community Events

Benefits:

• 10 Days Paid Vacation Days
• 3 Paid Employee Emergency Flex Days
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Group Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Employee Social Events
• Complimentary Breakfast, Lunch, Daily Snacks and Beverages

Work Schedule:

• Monday – Friday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
• Evenings and weekends as required to meet monthly, quarterly and annual financial deadlines during key peak government filing periods
• Work Remotely: No

The Bridg Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and we strive to provide a culturally diverse workforce. We will not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process

Compensation Range: CA$55K - CA$65K