Job Title: Accountant / Bookkeeper (Childcare Center)
Company: Redwood Early Childhood Education

About Us:
Redwood Early Childhood Education is a growing childcare center committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children. As we expand, we are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accountant / Bookkeeper to manage our financial operations and support administrative processes.

Position Overview:
The Accountant / Bookkeeper will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting both financial and employee documentation processes. This role requires strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced childcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

- Manage accounts payable and receivable
- Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and documentation
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Process payroll and ensure compliance with Canadian payroll regulations
- Coordinate with external accountants for year-end reporting and tax filings

Employee Records & Documentation:

- Maintain and organize employee files, contracts, and compensation packages
- Track employee benefits, wages, and updates to employment agreements
- Manage onboarding and offboarding financial documentation
- Ensure all employee records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with regulations





DocuSign & Administrative Support:

- Prepare, send, and manage documents through DocuSign (contracts, agreements, policy updates)
- Track document completion and maintain digital records
- Ensure proper filing and organization of all signed documents
- Support administrative tasks related to compliance and record-keeping

Compliance & Reporting:

- Ensure compliance with provincial and federal financial regulations
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and employee information
- Assist with audits and internal reviews as needed

Qualifications:

- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping
- Experience with payroll processing and financial reporting
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
- Experience with DocuSign or similar digital document platforms preferred
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
- Knowledge of Canadian tax and payroll regulations is an asset
- Experience in childcare, education, or small business environment is an asset

Work Schedule:

- On-site preferred.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.

At Redwood Early Childhood Education, you’ll play an significant role behind the scenes—helping ensure our center runs smoothly so we can focus on what matters most: the children.

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Bookkeeper/Accountant (Canada)
🏢 Redwood Early Childhood Education Inc. (Redwood ECE)
📍 Canada