Experienced Bookkeeper – Remote (Subcontractor)

Job summary

Manage monthly and quarterly bookkeeping for multiple clients, including reconciliations, transaction categorization, receipt and invoice processing, and GST/HST returns. Review payables and receivables, resolve discrepancies, prepare year-end working papers, and communicate file progress while meeting deadlines.

Job details

About Us Melissa Mah Professional Corporation is a growing CPA firm based in Red Deer, Alberta, providing bookkeeping, accounting, and tax services to owner-managed businesses across Canada. We work with a variety of industries and pride ourselves on building strong client relationships while providing reliable, accurate, and timely accounting services. We're looking for an experienced, detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our team on a subcontractor basis. About the Role We're looking for someone who is confident managing bookkeeping files independently, works efficiently, and takes ownership of their responsibilities. This is not an entry-level position. We're looking for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who can jump into existing client files and get to work with minimal training. Responsibilities include: Complete monthly and quarterly bookkeeping for multiple clients Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and other balance sheet accounts Review and accurately categorize transactions Process and manage receipts and invoices through Dext Prepare GST/HST returns and supporting reconciliations Review accounts payable and accounts receivable Identify and correct bookkeeping discrepancies Prepare accurate working papers and year-end bookkeeping packages Communicate proactively with our team regarding questions, outstanding items, and file progress Manage assigned files independently and meet agreed-upon deadlines Required Qualifications Minimum 3 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience, preferably in a public accounting or bookkeeping firm Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO), QuickBooks Desktop (QBD), and Dext — all three are required Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, reconciliations, and Canadian GST/HST Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Reliable communication and a commitment to meeting deadlines What We're Looking For Beyond technical skills, we're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and doesn't need to be constantly followed up with Is efficient without sacrificing accuracy Communicates when questions or delays arise Is comfortable taking over existing bookkeeping files Can recognize issues and work toward solutions Takes pride in producing accurate, organized work Position Details Fully remote Subcontractor opportunity Flexible working hours, with agreed-upon deadlines Ongoing work available based on performance and client needs Must have their own computer, appropriate software access, and professional liability insurance How to Apply If you're an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys working independently and is confident in QBO, QBD, and Dext, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply with your resume, a brief overview of your bookkeeping experience, your hourly subcontractor rate, and your current weekly availability. We appreciate all applications; however, only candidates who meet the required software experience will be considered.

What you’ll do

Manage monthly and quarterly bookkeeping for multiple clients, including reconciliations, transaction categorization, receipt and invoice processing, and GST/HST returns. Review payables and receivables, resolve discrepancies, prepare year-end working papers, and communicate file progress while meeting deadlines.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least three years of hands-on bookkeeping experience and proficiency in QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, and Dext. They should understand Canadian bookkeeping and GST/HST requirements, manage multiple client files independently, and demonstrate accuracy, organization, proactive communication, and reliability.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Quickbooks Online · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Bookkeeping
• QuickBooks Online
• QuickBooks Desktop
• Dext
• Bank Reconciliation
• Account Reconciliation
• Transaction Categorization
• GST/HST Returns
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Year-End Bookkeeping
• Financial Recordkeeping
• Problem-Solving
• Organization
• Time Management
• Client Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting