Junior Accountant, 18-month contract

Spellbook

. Own day-to-day transactional accounting tasks, including general bookkeeping and accurate posting of journal entries in QuickBooks .

Posted 9/23/2026contractRemote • CanadaJunior💰 CA$61,500 - CA$77,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transactional accounting, including general bookkeeping, journal entry posting in QuickBooks, and payroll processing. Proficient in maintaining financial data accuracy and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support invoicing and month-end close activities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

QuickBooks ProficiencyGeneral BookkeepingPayroll ProcessingAccounting Principles KnowledgeMS Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

General BookkeepingJournal Entry PostingAccounts Payable ManagementAccounts Receivable SupportPayroll ProcessingBank ReconciliationFinancial Statement PreparationData Quality MaintenanceTransaction PostingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksMS Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingWorking Towards CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Transactional AccountingFinancial Data ManagementMonth-End CloseInvoicingPayroll Accounts Reconciliation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own day-to-day transactional accounting tasks, including general bookkeeping and accurate posting of journal entries in QuickBooks
Assist with accounts payable, including routing invoices for internal approval and ensuring timely payments
Support accounts receivable through client requests, vendor setups, and AR follow-ups
Support payroll processing, including preparing and reviewing inputs, posting payroll journal entries, and reconciling payroll accounts
Maintain accurate and timely financial data through weekly transaction posting and categorization
Collaborate with sales and customer success teams on invoicing
Contribute to month-end close by preparing bank reconciliations and ensuring financial statements are recorded and balanced
Maintain and improve accounting-system data quality
Use QuickBooks to streamline processes and move toward real-time accounting
Perform recurring accounting tasks accurately and consistently
Support other accounting and administrative tasks as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Exposure to payroll processing is an asset
Working towards a CPA designation is a nice-to-have
Must be legally able to work and reside in Canada at the time of application; Spellbook does not provide relocation or visa sponsorship support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment with autonomy and accountability
Company-paid group benefits for you and your family
$1,000 towards mental health support
Holiday closure
Generous time off policies throughout the year
Monthly paid meals
Annual wellness allowance
Parental leave top-ups
Competitive stock option grants