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Alena D.

Hamilton, Canada

$60/hr
5.0
31 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!

  • Bookkeeping
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Finance
  • Financial Accounting
  • Financial Analysis
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Accounting
  • Accounting Advisory
  • Tax Accounting
  • Corporate Tax
Sher Abdullah A.

Brossard, Canada

$18/hr
5.0
25 jobs

From startups to global brands, 180+ clients have trusted my QuickBooks Online expertise to clean up, organize, and grow their finances, backed by 10+ years of real bookkeeping experience. I’ve worked with startups, e-commerce stores, real estate companies, rental property owners, consultants, and service businesses, delivering clean QuickBooks files, audit-ready reports, and financial clarity so business owners can scale with confidence. Services I Provide (QuickBooks-Focused) QuickBooks Online & Desktop setup, migration & chart of accounts customization Day-to-day bookkeeping & accurate record-keeping in QuickBooks Bank, credit card & payment gateway reconciliations (PayPal, Stripe, Square, A2X, Synder) Invoice, bill & expense tracking inside QuickBooks Monthly financial reports: Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow QuickBooks multi-currency bookkeeping for global businesses Catch-up & clean-up of messy or backlogged QuickBooks accounts QuickBooks payroll & tax preparation support (US, UK, UAE compliance) Integrations with e-commerce platforms & third-party apps Why Choose Me? QuickBooks Certified Pro Advisor with 10+ years of global accounting experience Trusted by 180+ business owners & agencies worldwide Skilled in multi-currency & industry-specific QuickBooks setups Detail-oriented, reliable & deadline-focused Transparent communication & collaboration through QuickBooks Online #QuickBooks #XeroBookkeeper #EcommerceBookkeeping #RealEstateBookkeeping #CatchUpBooks #VATCompliance #MultiCurrencyAccounting #FinancialReports #PayrollGusto #BookkeepingExpert

  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Basics
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Balance Sheet
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Financial Accounting
  • Invoicing
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • QuickBooks Online
  • QuickBooks Enterprise
  • QuickBooks Online API
Sibylle P.

Windsor, Canada

$45/hr
5.0
104 jobs

Customized bookkeeping, coaching, and cash management services for those seeking: • accurate and current books • increased cash reserves • confidence when facing tax filings, audits, or lender reviews I genuinely desire to support my clients’ success. As a certified Advanced QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and experienced Wave user I specialize in cloud-based accounting. I've served clients based across the United States as well as in Canada and the United Kingdom. I’ll help with accounting set-up, troubleshooting, maintenance, reporting, and the fundamentals of cash management. I offer quick and responsive service in combination with ethical, reliable, and thorough work. I’m experienced in dealing with both accrual and cash accounting systems, and with payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. I'll help you understand your financial results as reported in the accounting software, and support you in using that understanding to improve operations, increase profitability and savings, and move more rapidly towards accomplishing any other specific results you have in mind for your business. MY IDEAL CLIENT: You are looking for a long-term professional collaboration. You understand that current and accurate accounting helps your business both survive and thrive. You are proactive about the bookkeeping for that reason, well in advance of any demands placed by government agencies, lenders, banks, granting organizations, or business partners. You operate ethically, avoiding non-compliance. SPEAKING OF COMPLIANCE: Please take note that bookkeepers face possible legal consequences if their clients pay employee or contractor hires "under the table," which can include claiming that employees are contractors, not issuing required 1099s or T4 slips , and paying bonuses off payroll. The same is true if you engage in off-the-books cash sales or if I see evidence of money laundering. If I find myself in any of the above scenarios, I'll disengage. Re: businesses that pursue multi-level (network / direct) marketing - I assess these on a case by case basis. THIS WON'T WORK OUT: If you're facing a bookkeeping emergency that requires fixing within 24 to 72 hours, I'm not the right candidate. If the above sounds good to you, please send me an invite or a direct message. Wishing you a great day!

  • Bookkeeping
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Xero
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
Nayab A.

Kitchener, Canada

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

US/CAN Accountant| Bookkeeper| QuickBooks ProAdvisor | Xero | NetSuite I help startups, SMEs, and established businesses build stronger financial systems through accurate accounting, tax compliance, and process improvement. My goal is simple: to help businesses stay organized, reduce financial risk, improve reporting, and make confident decisions backed by reliable numbers. My areas of expertise include: Sales Tax Compliance and Advisory I assist businesses with sales tax setup, reporting, and compliance across Canada and the United States. This includes HST, GST, PST, and US state sales tax requirements. I also support return preparation, filing accuracy, audit assistance, and automation of tax processes using the right software tools. Payroll Tax Review and Reporting I help businesses maintain payroll accuracy and avoid costly compliance issues. My services include payroll tax reviews, verification of deductions and employer contributions, payroll return preparation, year-end reporting, reconciliations, and audit support. I work with payroll obligations such as CPP, EI, income tax, OASDI, and Medicare. Bookkeeping and Financial Record Management I provide full-cycle bookkeeping services that keep financial records clean, current, and decision-ready. This includes recording daily transactions, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Planning I support businesses with forward-looking financial planning that improves visibility and control. My work includes budgeting, cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, operating expense planning, capital expenditure planning, variance analysis, and performance reporting to help business owners understand where they stand and where they are heading. Financial Analysis and Business Insight Beyond bookkeeping and compliance, I help clients understand the story behind their numbers. I analyze profitability, liquidity, efficiency, trends, and cash flow to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for cost control and financial improvement. Accounting Software Experience I am proficient in a range of accounting and business tools, including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Zoho Books, Buildium, and ServiceTitan. I also work comfortably with Asana, Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Google Workspace for smooth communication and project coordination. Industry Background I have worked with clients across service-based businesses, healthcare, real estate, SaaS, e-commerce, digital marketing, legal firms, CPA firms, and manufacturing. This broad exposure helps me quickly adapt to different business models and reporting needs. If you are looking for a dependable accounting professional who can help with bookkeeping, tax compliance, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting, I am ready to support your business with accuracy, efficiency, and insight.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Data Entry
  • General Ledger
  • Xero
  • Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Microsoft Office
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Financial Analysis
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Tax Preparation
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Wave Accounting
  • NetSuite Administration
Janel N O.

Calgary, Canada

$45/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I am a bookkeeper with a knack for organization. An artist in my off time, I am meticulous with details and have a flair for problem-solving. I like the challenge of cleaning up records but am stellar with the day-to-day. My goal is to make your money make sense to you. - Accounting Software Proadvisor USA & Canada for QBO & Desktop, using ZOHO (Books & Billing), Sage - Programs: Salesforce, Clickup, Motion, Monday.com - Full cycle accounting - Accounts Receivable (current clients at an average of 12 days) - Accounts Payable, managing & auditing to know where every $ goes - Monthly Bank, Credit Card, Clearing account reconciliation - Receipt & Expense Matching, tracking - Budget Creation - Excel/Google Sheets for reports, data analyzation & profitability tracking - Inventory Set-up & Management - Bi-Weekly, Monthly & Semi-Monthly Payroll, with 401k & benefits management. - 1099s, W-2s prepared & submitted - Weekly Finance Meetings - Monthly CFO Meetings - Quarterly Reports (based on what you're focusing on & main objectives) From one small business owner to another - I understand and am here to help :)

  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Basics
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Data Entry
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Sage 50 Accounting
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Account Management
  • Accounting
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
Javade W.

Oshawa, Canada

$30/hr
5.0
40 jobs

Running a business or managing rental properties in Canada shouldn’t feel overwhelming, but inaccurate books, tax uncertainty, or CRA notices can quickly create stress. I help self-employed individuals, business owners, and rental property owners stay compliant and organized. That means fewer surprises, clearer numbers, and less stress at tax time. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿: I provide end-to-end bookkeeping, tax preparation, and advisory services, including: • Monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping • Bank, credit card & account reconciliations • Financial reporting & clean-up • GST/HST & corporate tax filings • Personal tax returns (including rental properties) • CRA audit support, correspondence & resolution • Tax planning and advisory for smarter decision-making Whether you need ongoing monthly support or project-based help, I ensure your records are accurate, audit-ready, and aligned with CRA requirements. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗲: ✔ Certified Canadian Bookkeeper ✔ Top Rated on Upwork with 100% Job Success ✔ Experience working with sole proprietors, corporations, and growing businesses ✔ Calm, professional support, especially during CRA audits and reviews 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 “𝙙𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙨.” I help clients understand their numbers, avoid costly mistakes, and plan ahead with clarity. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 My approach is simple and structured: 1️⃣ Assess your current situation and needs 2️⃣ Clean up or organize records (if required) 3️⃣ Establish consistent reporting and compliance 4️⃣ Provide ongoing support, insights, and guidance Clients appreciate clear communication, reliable timelines, and knowing exactly where they stand financially. If you’re looking for a dependable Canadian accounting professional who treats your business like their own, let’s talk. Send a message with a brief overview of your situation, and I’ll let you know the best next step. Certified Canadian Bookkeeper | CRA Audits | Corporate Taxes | Business Taxes | Multiple Tax Years Your Trusted Canadian Tax Accountant & Bookkeeping Expert

  • Bookkeeping
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
  • Accounting

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