Business Operations Coordinator (Finance & AP/AR)

About Us The BRDGE is a fast-growing Canadian startup transforming how organizations discover, book, and manage catering and event experiences. We work with chefs, caterers, event professionals, and corporate clients, managing everything from logistics and client communication to vendor coordination and payments. As we continue to grow, we're looking for someone who loves creating structure, enjoys working with numbers, and wants to help build the operational backbone of an exciting startup. We're looking for someone to become a long-term member of our team—not just another freelancer. About the Role This role is responsible for ensuring money flows smoothly throughout our business. You'll own the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring vendors, drivers, contractors, and partners are paid accurately and on time once client payments have been received and approved. You'll also help us improve internal systems, document processes, and create scalable workflows as we grow. This role will start at approximately 10–15 hours per week with opportunities for additional responsibilities over time. Responsibilities - Accounts Payable - Verify vendor invoices - Prepare vendor payouts - Coordinate payments for drivers, event staff, and contractors - Track payment status - Maintain payment records - Accounts Receivable - Monitor incoming client payments - Match payments to invoices - Track outstanding balances - Follow up on overdue invoices when required - Financial Operations - Reconcile completed events - Maintain payment trackers - Organize financial documentation - Identify discrepancies - Assist with weekly cash flow reporting - Process Improvement We're looking for someone who enjoys improving systems. You'll help: - Create SOPs - Improve workflows - Recommend automation opportunities - Build scalable financial processes - We're Looking For Someone Who ✔ Has experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ✔ Is extremely detail-oriented ✔ Enjoys creating systems and processes ✔ Is proactive and takes ownership ✔ Communicates professionally ✔ Is trustworthy and maintains confidentiality ✔ Wants to grow with a startup Software Experience with some of these is preferred: - QuickBooks Online - Google Sheets / Excel - Google Workspace - Stripe - Jobber (nice to have) - Slack Hours - 10–15 hours/week initially - Flexible schedule - Long-term opportunity - Opportunity to grow as the company grows To Apply Please answer the following: - Tell us about your experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. - Have you worked with QuickBooks or similar accounting software? - Tell us about a process you've improved in a previous role. - Why are you interested in working with a startup? - What is your hourly rate? - What is your weekly availability? Attention to detail: Please start your proposal with the words "Cash Flow" so we know you've read the entire job posting.