Forrest Green Group of Companies – Bookkeeper
Company Introduction
The Forrest Green Group of Companies is a trusted national organization, with 30 associates, whose mission is to support community wellness, improve customer service and lower costs for our partners and clients. With offices across Canada, we provide regional support and best-in-class solutions that solve some of society's biggest challenges for Indigenous communities, police agencies, private and public-sector institutions.
The Forrest Green Group of Companies, which includes Forrest Green Solutions Ltd., Forrest Green Consulting Corporation, IndigenousTech.ai Corporation and Forrest Green Resource Management Corp., designs, provisions and delivers software and web-based applications, data solutions, and training to support online police record checks, federal government decision-making, health-care transformation, streamlined operational processes, and Indigenous communities. Successful applicants will join a growing organization that is addressing significant societal challenges through leveraging technology. Our collaborative and supportive team operates effectively and efficiently in a hybrid environment where many employees work remotely. Our company was founded in 1987 and has a long history of delivering mission critical applications for more than 35 years.
Responsibilities
Keeping financial records and maintaining various accounts using computerized bookkeeping systems.
Posting journal entries and reconciling accounts
Preparing trial balances, maintaining general ledgers, and assisting with financial statements;
Processing payroll and preparing payments for utility, tax, and other bills;
Completing and submitting tax remittances, workers' compensation, pension contributions, and other government forms;
Preparing tax returns and bookkeeping records;
Preparing statistical, financial, and accounting reports.
Participates in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and addressing any discrepancies.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Qualifications
Completion of post secondary studies in Accounting Technology, Bookkeeping or a related field.
3 years progressive experience in accounting.
Strong skills in data analysis.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
Proficient with accounting tools and software including QuickBooks online. Experience with DEXT, PayEdge and Express is an asset.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel.
Experience with payroll legislation and payroll processing.
Experience working in a regulated or compliance focused organization is an asset.
Employer Information
Forrest Green Solutions Limited is hiring a Bookkeeper. The company's head office is located in Richmond Hill, Ontario, at 10520 Yonge Street, Unit 35, Suite 322. The successful candidate will be based in Ottawa, Ontario and will work in a hybrid environment. Occasional travel to the company's Richmond Hill office may be required for meetings and business purposes. Website policesolutions.ca.
Pay: From $36.00 per hour
Licence/Certification:
- Accounting technology or Bookkeeping certification (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K2P 1L4
