Position title: Remote Bookkeeper 

Reporting to: Owner, CPA 

Position Type: Permanent, 30 Hours per week 

Anticipated start date: October 1, 2025

About Loft:

Loft Accounting & Advisory is a boutique firm offering advisory and bookkeeping services to small and medium sized service based businesses across Manitoba. We have a unique approach to our service offering and a deep commitment to continuous learning and adapting in the very quickly changing AI and technology landscape.

Position Purpose: 

The purpose of the bookkeeping role at Loft Accounting is to manage full cycle bookkeeping for our growing client base across Manitoba and Canada. This role is integral to maintaining high-level accurate financial reporting and paying close attention to deadlines (both internal and external). Accurate and timely bookkeeping plays an extremely important role in the advisory services that we offer. 

Duties of the role:  

• Weekly/Monthly bookkeeping using quickbooks online or Xero. (We do take on clients that use desktop based accounting software)

• Reconciliation of bank and credit card statements, ensuring financial accuracy.

• The use of Dext receipt capturing software, management of accounts payable within accounting software.

• Running of payroll - through quickbooks online or wagepoint.

• Preparation of T4s/T5s.

• Bill pay using Plooto bill payment software.

• Recording and reconciling sales from external software into Quickbooks or Xero. (ex: square, stripe, lightspeed, etc.). Looking for ways to make this more efficient and automated whenever possible.

• Preparing accurate reports on a monthly basis for clients reporting packages.

• Assist in setting up standard operating procedures for each client and documenting these in our practice management system. 

• Filing of GST/PST returns. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Highly proficient in Accounting technology systems, a requirement (example: QuickBooks Online, Xero)

• Experience with complementary software such as Dext receipt capturing software, Wagepoint, and Plooto (will train but experience is preferred)

• Understanding of accounting basics (an understanding of the balance sheet, profit and loss, and, most importantly, the WHY behind what you are doing) is a requirement. 

• Ability to adapt to new technology quickly and a desire to deeply learn and understand new software opportunities that will help make the bookkeeping process more efficient. 

• Accounting or bookkeeping certification is considered a strong asset, but not required (ex. Business administration with accounting specialization, CPB, etc.)

• 1-3 years experience in a similar role is preferred.

• You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our clients. 

• You thrive in a deadline and task based environment and can hold yourself accountable.

Fit: 

Loft Accounting is looking for Someone who is tech savvy and enjoys learning new ways to improve the services we offer. More specifically:

• Someone who is excited about the ever changing landscape of technology, AI, and how it relates to the bookkeeping industry. 

• You are not afraid to challenge the traditional method of doing things and look for a better way to use everyone’s time effectively and efficiently. 

• You thrive in a collaborative environment - we learn from each other and are not afraid to ask questions.

• You are comfortable working remotely without constant oversight (we are always connected via video calls and slack messaging for support)

• Confident in communicating with clients and taking ownership of the client/bookkeeper relationship. 

What we offer:

• 30 hours per week (we love our Fridays off but you choose when you work)

• Yearly salary (based on 30 hours per week) $38,000-$42,000 (depending on experience)

• Dedicated time each month to learning and professional development.

• Fully remote work environment with equipment provided (computer, monitor, keyboard)

• Flexible work hours outside of the weekly core 15 hours. We believe in working when it works for you, as often as we can! 

• 3 weeks paid vacation plus a week during Christmas break. 

• Performance bonus paid yearly. 

• Growth opportunities with business growth 

If you are an ambitious person with a passion for the story numbers tell, and if you care about the impact that effective accounting can have on business then we want to see your application. 

Please complete a Stand Out Staff profile at www.standoutstaff.com and submit your link or QR code directly to me, Lindsey, at lindsey@loftaccounting.ca 

We are a fair and equal employer, assessing candidates based on skill. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.