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About the Role

Welch LLP is seeking a Cloud Bookkeeper to join their growing bookkeeping business, Elevate. This role offers a flexible environment with a culture of learning and mentorship, supported by accounting and tax professionals within Welch LLP.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping for multiple companies using accounting software, including reconciling accounts receivable and payables, generating payroll, and filing returns.
• Manage client needs through email, phone, and video conferencing.
• Follow up with external vendors to maintain accurate client books.
• Provide ad-hoc information and problem-solve for clients.
• Delegate work to junior staff and answer their questions.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports (payroll, GST, HST, WSIB, EHT, etc.).
• Communicate efficiently with management.
• Identify new business opportunities with existing clients.
• Maintain clear documentation for partner/manager or external review.
• Run payroll for multiple clients according to their schedules.
• Manage a client portfolio for all accounting and bookkeeping needs.

Requirements

• College Diploma in Business Accounting.
• 2+ years of experience in full cycle bookkeeping and payroll is preferred.
• Working knowledge of cloud accounting software (e.g., Dext, Plooto, QuickBooks Online) is an asset.
• General knowledge of bookkeeping deadlines.
• Ability to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple assignments, deadlines, and priorities, with a high degree of autonomy.
• Knowledge of payroll processing on any platform is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite is an asset.
• Initiative, willingness, and ability to accept responsibility.
• Learning mindset; willingness and ability to quickly learn new clients and industries.
• Ability to work under pressure, decisiveness, creativeness, good judgment, and common sense.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience in different industries would be an asset.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate and assist the team when required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French would be an asset.

Skills

• Cloud accounting software
• Bookkeeping
• Payroll processing
• Microsoft suite
• Client relationship management
• Team collaboration
• Communication (English)
• Communication (French)

Location

• Toronto

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Full time Permanent

Experience Level

• 2+ years

Education Level

• College Diploma in Business Accounting

Salary/Compensations

• $55,000 - $65,000

Benefits

• Possibility for growth and advancement
• Variety to explore different career paths
• Paid study leave
• Support for continued learning
• APEX and management training programs
• Flexibility of work-life balance
• Summer Friday program
• 4 weeks of vacation
• Winter holiday closure
• Snack cart
• Paid volunteer days
• Seasonal events (summer picnic, tax party)

About the Company

• Headquartered in Ottawa, with 12 offices between Gatineau and Toronto, Welch LLP is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients, and the marketplace.
• Offers a full suite of professional services, from traditional assurance to expert business advisory.
• Clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service.
• Clientele ranges from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies and small cap public companies.
• Established in 1918, Welch LLP has evolved from a single office to the largest locally owned and operated firm in the Ottawa region.
• With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deep roots in the communities it serves.
• Ranks as one of the largest mid-market accounting firms in Canada with strong growth prospects.
• Values-led culture (care, impact, empower) focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment and supporting surrounding communities.
• Offers opportunities to connect and enjoy in-office workdays.

Equal Opportunity

• Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
• There is no AI used in Welch's hiring process.