Helcim Looking for Bookkeeper at Calgary, AB Full Time

Helcim is seeking a passionate Bookkeeper to lead our payroll and benefits function, and assist with day-to-day accounting processes. As part of our Finance Team, you’ll enable the business by managing payroll and benefits, recording and reconciling day-to-day financial transactions, and assisting with the management of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual who is able to manage conflicting deadlines and multiple tasks at a fast-growing company. This position will work closely with other members of the Finance Team to maintain the integrity and consistency of Helcim’s financial and payroll records.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, verify and process semi-monthly pay runs and validate payroll register for a team of 150+
• Manage benefits plan, including responding to all payroll and benefit inquiries in a timely manner
• Provide guidance on application of Labour Standards and Payroll requirements and rules
• Prepare Government filings, including annual T4s and ROEs
• Maintain and manage accounts receivable and accounts payable including communicating with customers/vendors, collecting/remitting payments and reconciling accounts
• Assist with daily reconciliation of company bank accounts, credit card statements and other balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and remit monthly, quarterly and annual filings including PST, GST and payroll taxes and any other government filings
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes for multiple entities, including preparing accrual entries, bank reconciliations and balance sheet/P&L analysis
• Prepare and analyze financial data to support decision making
• Assist with other finance duties as necessary

Who You Are

• You have a knack for numbers and spreadsheets and a passion for the details
• You are proactive, eager to learn and willing to roll up your sleeves and pitch in or take on any challenge
• You have a track record of organization and special tricks and techniques for multitasking effectively
• You thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment and love forming strong working relationships rooted in constant learning, teaching and improving
• You have a go-getter attitude and have the need to succeed

Qualifications

• Understanding of federal and provincial legislation related to payroll and employment standards is required. A Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation would be an asset
• 1-3 years of Canadian full cycle accounting experience

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, combined with interpersonal skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required and proficiency in Payment Evolution, Google Workspace, and Xero would be an asset
• Contributes to a fun, welcoming work environment

Why Helcim?

Helcim is a payments company that gives small and medium sized businesses a better way to accept debit and credit cards. Thousands of merchants across Canada and the US choose Helcim for their payment needs because of our excellent customer service and innovative software solutions. We won the Canada’s Most Admired Award for Corporate Culture in 2021 and 2022, ranked number 91 on the Globe and Mail’s 2019 list of Canada’s Top 400 Growing Companies, and we have big plans to redefine the payments industry. To accomplish this, we need a talented team of people who are passionate about working in fintech. Learn more about working at Helcim in our culture book The Way of the Helcim.

At Helcim we build teams of engaged, caring and intelligent people. In return we provide an environment where you’ll be excited to come to work each day and tackle challenges with your colleagues. You’ll also enjoy company provided snacks and team lunches to keep yourself fueled and the opportunity to recharge and connect with your team members at company social events.

We invest a lot of time and energy imagining and creating a company and culture that encourages discussion, the trade of ideas, and the execution of amazing products and services. We’re friendly and collaborative, working together to achieve big goals. If you want to join our team and feel you can contribute to the growth and success of our company – we want to hear from you!

Join Our Team

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter through the “Apply for this Job” button at the link below.

Candidates must also be eligible to work in Canada. Helcim uses a hybrid work structure where team members can work 3 days in the Calgary office and 2 days at home.