The posting
Position: Accounting Virtual Assistant
Number of hours: 20 hours/week Schedule: Canada Time
Strategic Work:
- Support the improvement of finance and admin workflows to reduce manual processes.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports to provide timely and accurate data.
- Collaborate with the Director of Finance to identify and document areas for automation or process improvement.
- Develop foundational knowledge of internal controls, financial reporting standards, and budgeting processes.
Tactical Work:
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records in accordance with Canadian accounting standards.
- Record daily financial transactions including invoices, receipts, and payments.
- Assist with the review and processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Review automated invoices for accuracy and ensure timely distribution.
- Prepare payment batches for approval and process payments within standard timelines (3060 days).
- Reconcile all bank accounts, credit cards, petty cash, and accounts receivable monthly by the 10th.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account schedules, and reconciliations.
- Assist with preparing and updating financial reports and metrics in 90.io or other reporting tools.
- Help maintain digital records in both the CRM and accounting software (e.g., QBO).
- Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding payments, receipts, and account balances.
- Ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial data.
- Provide administrative support to the finance department, including document organization and vendor communication.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic understanding of Canadian accounting principles and HST/GST rules.
- Effective organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Online (or equivalent software)
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively within a small finance team
- Ability to work independently in a remote setup following Canada time.



