Bookkeeper - Vancouver

Goh Ballet Academy Canada

Job Title:Senior Bookkeeper

Location:Vancouver, B.C.

Goh Ballet Academy is one of Canada’s pre-eminent ballet training institutions, with an enviable

international reputation for excellence. Established in 1978, the Academy is now under the direction of

Chan Hon Goh, former Principal Dancer of the National Ballet of Canada. People are at the heart of

our success. We are passionate about bringing great dance experiences to the widest possible

audience; about giving the world’s best creative talent the stage it deserves; and about providing our

people and partners with opportunities to realize their full potential.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to and working with the Director, the Bookkeeper will oversee all day-to-day accounts

activities. An important function of the position to accurately process all billing transactions (invoices,

payments, deposits, refund, etc.) in a timely manner. This also includes monitoring customer accounts

and following up on outstanding and overdue balances, and initiating the collection process on a

regular basis. Another important task is the reconciliation of customer accounts and the related

receivable GL accounts on a regular basis, and participating in process improvement by providing

feedback and support.

CANDIDATE DESCRIPTION

You are dependable, adaptable, and responsible. You are well organized and have great attention to

detail. You are analytical and disciplined in your bookkeeping process. You will be responsible for

creating and delivering management information reports & monthly reports so the team can run the

business effectively efficiently and profitably

For this role, we are seeking a full-time on-site full-cycle bookkeeper who understands the

complexity of running a small business. As the ideal candidate, you are recognized for contributing to

a financially strong businesses where the facilities are well run, and the administrative staff are

supported. We are looking for a candidate who has exceptional work ethics to actively improve

current systems. Other qualifications include:

• 3+ years of full cycle bookkeeping experience

• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office solutions/tools

• Self starter, able to work independently

• Comfort with cloud-based software applications such as Sage 50, MS Office Suite, G-Suite

• Comfort with the administration and monitoring of cloud-based storage systems

• Experience with data management, administrative processes and knowledge of

administrative principles and best practices.

• The ability to work well under pressure and a proven ability to prioritize, manage and meet

conflicting deadlines.

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Understanding of CRA, Payroll & GST regulations.
  

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• Previous experience with a student and client database system such as MindBody or

Jackrabbit Class an asset.

DUTIES

• Oversee banking and payroll, including all deposits & expenses.

• Bank account reconciliations.

• Daily reconciliations of all credit card sales with external credit card processors and follow up

/ resolve discrepancies.

• Management of all vendor AR and AP, including expense reimbursements and reconciliation

of receipts.

• Monitoring of AR of tuition and academy fees through Jackrabbit Class.

• Maintain accounting systems, ensure compliance with Canadian Tax Act and other applicable

financial laws.

• Post journal entries and account reconciliation.

• Process and post payroll for salaried employees.

• Track hours of hourly employees and independent contractors.

• Process pay for independent contractors.

• Keep accurate and up-to-date GST, PST and Shop sales records for annual filing.

• Produce general ledgers for year-end tax filing.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary: $65,000.00+, dependent on experience.

• Paid vacation and sick days, time-in-lieu.

• Start Date: Immediate.

APPLICATION

In your application, please send your resume/CV and a cover letter expressing why you are the right

person for this job and indicate your salary expectations. Please email: Positions@GohBallet.com

Subject Header: Senior Bookkeeper Application.All applications will be reviewed and considered.

We thank you for your interest in this position; however, we will only be contacting those selected

for interviews.

Goh Ballet is committed to employment equity through a process which identifies and eliminates any

discrimination in the organization’s employment procedures and policies. We encourage applications

from qualified individuals who identify as LGBTQ2+, First Nations, Inuit & Métis, people of color, and

people with disabilities. The position will remain open until it is filled.