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Title posted on ZipRecruiter - Accounting Systems Advisor
Posted on October 29, 2024 by Employer details 15924286 Canada Inc
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<h3>Job Description</h3><div>Job Description<div><p><strong>We are developing software to streamline bookkeeping and tax preparation processes and need an experienced bookkeeping professional to serve as a subject matter expert. You will work closely with our development team to share industry knowledge, define requirements, and ensure our software accurately reflects real-world bookkeeping needs and workflows.</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Provide expert guidance on bookkeeping processes and best practices</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Document detailed workflows for common bookkeeping tasks and tax preparation</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Help identify pain points and opportunities for automation in current bookkeeping processes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Work with developers to define software requirements and user stories</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Review software features to ensure they align with accounting principles and practices</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Validate that automated processes maintain accounting accuracy and compliance</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Help design user interfaces that make sense for bookkeeping professionals</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Test new features from an end-user perspective</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Create documentation for bookkeeping-related features</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>Required Experience</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks and Sage software</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Strong understanding of end-of-year tax preparation processes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Experience with both manual and automated bookkeeping processes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>History of improving or optimizing bookkeeping workflows</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>Required Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Double-entry accounting principles</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Tax preparation workflows and requirements</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Financial reporting standards</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Common bookkeeping software features and limitations</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Industry best practices and compliance requirements</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Chart of accounts organization</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Bank reconciliation processes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Accounts payable and receivable workflows</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Audit trail requirements</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Bookkeeping certification (e.g., Certified Bookkeeper)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Experience with multiple accounting software platforms</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Previous involvement in software implementation projects</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Background in process improvement or workflow optimization</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Experience writing technical documentation</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Understanding of data migration between accounting systems</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>Personal Qualities</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Excellent communication skills</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Attention to detail</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Ability to explain complex processes clearly</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Patience in working with technical teams</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Enthusiasm for improving and automating processes</strong></p></li></ul></div></div>- LocationOttawa, ON
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- Salary$31.25HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
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