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Ottawa, ON

Posted: 07/10/2025 Employment Type: Full-Time Specialization: Accounting/Finance/Tax Job Number: 33311

Job Description

Position Title: Bookkeeper (Bilingual)
Location: Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Onsite
Additional Notes:
Our client is a well-established organization with a strong presence in the Ottawa region. Operating in a smaller, entrepreneurial environment, they are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Bilingual Bookkeeper to take ownership of full-cycle accounting functions. This role is ideal for a bilingual (French/English) professional who enjoys working in a small team environment and has the ability to manage accounting responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

Full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and collections
Handle all government remittances (HST, source deductions, T4s, T5018s, etc.)
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date general ledger up to and including the trial balance
Prepare and process journal entries, year-end adjustments, and accruals
Generate financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports
Process payroll for a small team, including unionized employees
Collaborate with external accountants for year-end and audit preparation
Provide support with general office support and ad-hoc tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or a similar role
Proficiency with Sage50 or comparable accounting software
Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Fully bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written
Prior experience in a smaller office setting or entrepreneurial environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to support ownership and stakeholders directly
Able to work independently and take initiative in a multi-functional role

What Will Make You Stand Out:

Experience balancing accounting and light administrative responsibilities
Comfort working in a hands-on, fast-paced setting with minimal oversight
Proven ability to manage full-cycle accounting without the need for training

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Crystal at cheatlie@recruitinginmotion.ca

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