About Books + Budgets YXE Inc.
We are an award-winning bookkeeping firm proudly serving the Saskatchewan business community. Recognized with Platinum in Bookkeeping through CommunityVotes Saskatoon for 2023–2025, we are known not only for our accuracy and reliability, but for the genuine relationships we build with our clients.
We understand that behind every set of books is a business owner navigating real challenges. That’s why we approach our work with empathy, care, and a commitment to supporting our clients beyond the numbers.
Our goal to our clients is to support high-quality service delivery across all engagements, while creating a supportive, trustworthy environment where business owners feel confident and understood. Our goal to our team is to maintain an environment that is professional, respectful, reliable, and positive.
Core Values
- Professionalism – Maintain a respectful and business-focused approach in all interactions.
- Accountability - Take ownership of responsibilities and communication constructively.
- Respect - Foster a positive, collaborative, and courteous working environment.
- Client Service Excellence – Deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality service.
- Integrity – Act with honesty and transparency in all work and communication.
Job Summary
Job Title: Full-Cycle Bookkeeper
Location: 95% Remote (Preference for candidates based in Saskatoon, SK/close surrounding area), 5% Dundurn
Employment Type: Hourly Contract
Books + Budgets is seeking an experienced Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to manage all aspects of our accounting processes, from transaction recording to financial reporting. This is a remote, hourly contract position for a candidate based in Saskatoon. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of accounting principles, positive and solution-based communication skills, and mandatory prior experience handling full-cycle bookkeeping independently.
This role starts immediately at approximately 15 hours per week, with a strong opportunity to increase to 30+ hours per week based on performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings
- Reconcile bank, credit card, and other balance sheet accounts
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports
- Process invoices, payments, and expense reports
- Process payroll in compliance with labour standards and regulations
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
- Collaborate with external accountants for tax filings and audits
- Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records
- Maintain positive and solution-based client working relationships with a wide variety of personalities
- Independently manage workload, ensuring deadlines are consistently met in a high-volume environment
Required Qualifications
- Mandatory: Proven experience in full-cycle bookkeeping
- Mandatory: Experience with payroll processing and knowledge of labour standards
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, related field, or equivalent working experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a remote environment
- Familiarity with Canadian accounting standards
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Experience filing personal + sole-proprietorship tax returns
- Protax software knowledge
Key Competencies
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Strong, positive communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Compensation & Schedule
- Hourly contract position, $23-$30 depending on experience
- Starting at approximately 15 hours per week
- Opportunity to increase to 30 hours per week based on performance
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, with your hourly compensation expectations and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with full-cycle bookkeeping and payroll processing.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: $23.00-$30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Summarize your confidence level regarding full cycle bookkeeping on a scale from 1 to 10, from set up in Quickbooks to submission to an accountant for year end.
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- QuickBooks: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Remote
