Job Description

Are you a detail-oriented and experienced bookkeeping professional who enjoys working in a hands-on, close-knit office environment? Our client, a locally owned business in New Minas is seeking a full-time, permanent Bookkeeper to join their team.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations and play a key part in keeping records accurate, organized, and up to date. This position is ideal for someone who brings practical, real-world experience—particularly in trade, service, or operational settings. 

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping (AP, AR, payroll)
• Manage government remittances, including payroll and HST
• Handle month-end accounting and support financial reporting
• Track and code repairs and maintenance expenses
• Prepare year-end financials for submission to external accountants 

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• 5+ years of proven, full cycle bookkeeping experience, ideally within a trades, services, or operational-based setting
• Proficiency with QuickBooks is strongly preferred 
• Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of establishing new systems
• Excellent attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Rohan Gonsalves, Recruitment Consultant at rohan@accountantstaffing.com. 

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at www.accountantstaffing.com.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.