Senior Bookkeeper

Job summary

Manage the company’s full-cycle bookkeeping, including payables and receivables, payroll, reconciliations, GST and WCB administration, and month-end and year-end processes. Maintain accurate financial records, monitor cash flow, prepare reports for management, and coordinate with the external accountant while resolving discrepancies and protecting confidential information.

Job details

Company Overview Main Beam Fabrication is dedicated to delivering high-quality structural steel projects with a focus on safety, integrity, and craftsmanship. With extensive experience across diverse sectors, our team prides itself on completing complex projects nationwide while fostering a safety-first culture that mentors and develops the next generation of tradespeople. We are looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to join our office team and take responsibility for the day-to-day financial administration and bookkeeping functions of the company.This is an important position within our organization. We are looking for someone who is accurate, organized, dependable, comfortable taking ownership of their responsibilities, and able to provide management with reliable and timely financial information. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle bookkeeping and financial administration, including: Accounts payable and accounts receivable Payroll processing and related payroll administration Bank and credit-card reconciliations General ledger entries and account reconciliations GST preparation and remittances WCB reporting and related financial administration Month-end reconciliation and reporting Maintaining accurate and organized financial records Monitoring cash flow and upcoming financial obligations Preparing financial information and reports for management Assisting with budgeting and financial tracking Preparing year-end information and documentation Working directly with the company's external accountant Identifying discrepancies and following through until they are resolved Maintaining confidentiality of company, employee, and customer financial information Supporting management with financial information and other accounting-related requirements as needed What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who can independently manage the bookkeeping function and understands how the different pieces of a company's finances fit together. The ideal candidate will have: Previous full-cycle bookkeeping experience Strong experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable Payroll experience Experience completing bank and credit-card reconciliations Working knowledge of GST, WCB, and standard Canadian business accounting practices Experience assisting with month-end and year-end processes Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines Strong problem-solving skills Ability to identify errors or inconsistencies and investigate them independently Strong communication skills Ability to work independently while also being part of an office team A high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting software Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience Demonstrated experience with full-cycle bookkeeping Preferred: 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience Experience working in a construction, service, trades, or similar business environment Experience working directly with management and external accountants Experience preparing financial reports for management Formal accounting education is an asset; however, we place significant value on demonstrated experience and the ability to independently manage full-cycle bookkeeping. What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience Full-time, permanent employment Stable Monday-to-Friday work environment Comprehensive health and dental benefits Opportunity to take ownership of an important role within an established local company A practical, team-oriented work environment Opportunity to contribute to the continued development and growth of the company's financial and administrative systems Pay: $30.00-$38.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits:On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0B1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Bookkeeping: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person

What you’ll do

Manage the company’s full-cycle bookkeeping, including payables and receivables, payroll, reconciliations, GST and WCB administration, and month-end and year-end processes. Maintain accurate financial records, monitor cash flow, prepare reports for management, and coordinate with the external accountant while resolving discrepancies and protecting confidential information.

Requirements

At least three years of bookkeeping or accounting experience and demonstrated full-cycle bookkeeping experience are required; five or more years and experience in construction or a similar business are preferred. Candidates should have payroll and reconciliation experience, working knowledge of GST, WCB, and Canadian business accounting practices, strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, discretion, and proficiency with Excel and accounting software.

Benefits

• On-Site Parking • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Full-Cycle Bookkeeping
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Processing
• Bank Reconciliation
• Credit-Card Reconciliation
• General Ledger Entries
• GST Preparation and Remittances
• WCB Reporting
• Month-End Reporting
• Year-End Preparation
• Cash-Flow Monitoring
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting Software

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Administrative