Majestic Properties Ltd Looking for Bookkeeper at Dartmouth, NS Full Time

The workplace environment is a well-established construction company located in Dartmouth, near good bus links.

The ideal candidate has at least two (2) years’ experience with Sage 50, fluent in Microsoft Office 365, an understanding of basic accounting principles, as well as good written & verbal communication skills. Experience in the construction industry would be an asset.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overall day-to-day accounting cycle including but not limited to AP, AR, payroll, reconciliation of bank statements & vendor accounts

Calculation & remittance of HST, WCB & Source Deductions to CRA

Prepare reports as required, maintain office systems, including data management & filing (electronic & paper) in accordance with company standards

Assisting with year end reports & preparation of files to be sent to company accountants

Maintain up-to-date supplier/contractor contact information, WCB coverage confirmation, process vendor billing with verification of contract/quote accuracy, issue T5018’s

Payroll – bi-weekly payroll, ROE’s, source deductions, T4’s

Investigate & resolve accounting & billing issues

QUALIFICATIONS:

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Finance/Business or related field

2 + years related accounting & administration experience

Proficiency in Sage 50 software

Knowledge and understanding of accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices

Focused and able to balance competing demands

Self-motivated, able to multi-task, proactive & can work independently

Professional, well-organized with strong administrative, communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in small business office environment & working directly with company principles

Able to problem solve, with strong attention to detail

The job requires good time management with the ability to resolve issues, prioritize tasks & meet deadlines while maintaining a level of accuracy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dartmouth, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 2 years (required)
• Sage: 2 years (required)

Work Location: One location