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Elmer L.

North Vancouver, Canada

$15/hr
5.0
8 jobs

A confident, multi-skilled, and capable accounting staff with excellent knowledge of finance and accounting procedures. Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills and able to provide financial information to all challenging accountancy position, one which will make best use of my existing skills and experience and also further my professional development. Possessing enthusiasm, drive, and a positive attitude required to be successful in accounting/finance and administration environment. Presently looking for accounting/finance/admin staff position with a rewarding and forward looking company.

  • Financial Accounting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Budget Management
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • Bookkeeping
  • Data Entry
  • Email Communication
Adeola A.

Calgary, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
38 jobs

I'm a skilled chartered professional accountant CPA with 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial experience that includes Big 4 International Public Accounting experience. I provide a comprehensive range of accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and businesses in a variety of industries. I can help you prepare your financial statements in accordance with accounting standards. As an alternative to keeping up on your own bookkeeping, I can provide a cost-effective option that is tailored to your business need. I can help you minimize your tax liabilities, increase your tax compliance, and accurately file your taxes by applying the latest tax rules and regulations. I can help you determine practical strategies to address your business concerns, whatever they may be. I will work with other professionals (i.e. lawyers, financial advisors, specialists, etc.) to create a comprehensive solution for your business.

  • Bank Reconciliation
  • International Accounting Standards
  • Financial Statements Preparation
  • Tax Accounting
  • Internal Control
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
Alena D.

Hamilton, Canada

$60/hr
5.0
34 jobs

I am a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) who has both corporate and freelance experience. I am well suited to do both bookkeeping and tax returns, as well as full financial management of your company. Should your needs be occasional or ongoing, I can help! My portfolio ranges from sole proprietors of small to large scale, as well as small to mid sized corporations. I take individual approach to each client, as I understand that each business and business owner is unique. I am an Elite QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor, and can help you clean up, maintain, and manage your financial records, while being responsive and diligent!

  • Accounting
  • Financial Accounting
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Finance
  • Financial Analysis
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounting Advisory
  • Tax Accounting
  • Corporate Tax
Joel N.

Kitchener, Canada

$60/hr
4.9
376 jobs

I have over 24 years providing Bookkeeping, Accounting and Tax services in Canada. The main services I provide are full bookkeeping, payroll, personal and corporate tax preparation and tax and accounting consultation. As well as financial models and projections using Excel I am also well versed in filing SRED documents for corporate taxes and can help file or consult with these returns. I prepare corporate T2 tax returns and personal T1 tax returns using professional tax software and e-filing. I am Advanced Certified in Quickbooks Online and provide services using Quickbooks, Wave, Xero, Dext and Hubdoc. Advanced Excel using pivot tables, filtering and macro development

  • Accounting Principles & Practices
  • Tax Preparation
  • Tax Return
  • Budget Management
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Balance Sheet
  • Sage 50cloud
  • Bookkeeping
  • Corporate Tax
  • Certified Tax Preparer
  • Tax Preparation Software
  • Financial Reporting
Drashti S.

Brampton, Canada

$15/hr
4.6
179 jobs

I am a Chartered Accountant (CA, ICAI) with 10+ years of experience providing professional bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services to businesses and accounting firms across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. I help clients streamline their accounting operations, maintain accurate and audit-ready financials, and stay fully compliant with local tax regulations through a secure and reliable offshore delivery model. As the CEO of Accounting Farm, I partner with startups, small to mid-sized businesses, and accounting firms to deliver scalable, process-driven accounting support with a strong focus on quality, confidentiality, and timely delivery. Accounting Software Expertise QuickBooks Online | Xero | Zoho Books | MYOB | Wave Accounting | NetSuite Hubdoc | Saasu | Reckon | Jobber Paychex | ADP | TurboTax | TaxPrep | Class Super | SimpleFund360 Core Services (US, UK, AU & Canada) • Bookkeeping for Small Businesses & Accounting Firms • Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable (AP/AR) • Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations • Payroll Processing & Compliance • Financial Analysis & Management Reporting • Accounting Software Setup, Cleanup & Migration • Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) Support United Kingdom • Bookkeeping & Management Accounts • VAT Returns & Compliance • Payroll Processing • CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) Support Australia • BAS Preparation & Lodgement • GST Compliance • PAYG Withholding & Instalments • Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) • SMSF Accounting & Compliance • Income Tax Law Compliance Canada • GST/HST Filing & Compliance United States • Federal Tax Returns (Forms 1040, 1041, 990, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, 706, 1099) • Sales & Use Tax Returns Why Clients Choose Me • 10+ years of international accounting experience • Proven offshore delivery model for global clients • Strong quality control and review processes • Experience working across EST, GMT & AEST time zones • Clear communication and dependable turnaround times If you’re looking for a reliable accounting partner to support your business or firm across US, UK, Australia, or Canada, feel free to message me. I’d be happy to review your requirements and suggest the best next steps.

  • Financial Report
  • Tax Preparation
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Zoho Books
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • MYOB Administration
  • Xero
  • Australian Taxation
Rowena C.

Montreal, Canada

$30/hr
5.0
10 jobs

I have 13 years of experience in Accounting profession, a Certified Public Accountant. I have acquired essential skills such as  Oracle  Blackline  QuickBooks (Reckon) both NZ and Australia /Quickbooks Online Xero  MYOB Account Right/Account Edge both NZ and Australia  MYOB Essentials I am willing to work as freelance or part time. Preferably US time or weekends. I am currently living in Montreal, Canada so the time zone is similar or close. Let me know how can i be of help to you. Kindly email me. Thank you.

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • MYOB Administration
  • Oracle Reports

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