BookKeeper Trainer
NADF
100 Little Lake Road, Suite 101, Thunder Bay, ON, CanadaFort William First Nation, OntarioP7J0L2
The Bookkeeper Trainer is to provide guidance, training, and support to NADF’s small business owners who are looking to establish and maintain effective bookkeeping systems. You will have a strong background in bookkeeping, accounting, and mentoring, with a passion for helping others develop their financial management skills.
The Bookkeeper Trainer will work directly with NADF clients to assess their needs, offer personalized training, and provide ongoing support to ensure that they maintain accurate and efficient financial records
Full Time
Bookkeeper/Accountants
1
$76,551 – $108,528
35
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
10/14/2025
10/7/2025
1. Client Needs Assessment:
Conduct detailed assessments of clients’ bookkeeping requirements, review current systems, identify gaps, and create customized training plans that address each entrepreneur's unique needs.
2. Training & Mentoring:
Provide hands-on training to entrepreneurs and small business owners on how to manage their financial records, including both manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Topics will include a chart of accounts creation, posting transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing trial balances, and generating financial reports.
3. System Optimization:
Identify and recommend appropriate software or tools to improve clients' bookkeeping systems, ensuring they use technology that enhances efficiency and accuracy.
4. Client Support:
Offer ongoing support, answering client queries, troubleshooting issues, and providing problem-solving advice related to bookkeeping practices.
5. Financial Reporting & Guidance:
Assist clients in preparing and understanding financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
6. Workshops and Group Training:
Organize and conduct group workshops or online webinars for clients on best practices for bookkeeping, financial management, and using accounting software.
7. Documentation and Resources:
Develop and update training manuals, templates, and resources that clients can refer to for ongoing support. Create and distribute clear, easy-to-understand instructional material to help clients build strong bookkeeping systems.
8. Relationship Building:
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring they feel confident and supported in managing their bookkeeping needs.
9. Regular Reporting:
Track and report on client progress, documenting key milestones and providing feedback on system improvements. Work with other team members to ensure consistency and alignment of client goals.
10. Professional Development:
Stay up to date with the latest trends and changes in bookkeeping, accounting software, and industry regulations to ensure clients receive the best possible advice and support.
Additional:
a) Develop and maintain relationships with current and future NADF clients, and partners outside of NADF’s service area to gather best practices, develop peer networks, and align regional efforts with broader national initiatives and progress.
b) Prepare activity reports to fulfill the requirements of funding agreements and internal reporting.
c) Attend internal and external meetings as required.
a) Required: Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
b) Preferred: A master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with demonstrated experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
c) Asset: Registration as a Canadian Bookkeepers Association (CBA) would be considered.
d) Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, including experience with small businesses and entrepreneurs. Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, FreshBooks). Experience in mentoring, coaching, or teaching entrepreneurs or small business owners is preferred. In-depth knowledge of Ontario business regulations and compliance requirements, particularly
related to small businesses and entrepreneurship.
a) Valid Class G driver’s license.
b) A reliable personal vehicle is preferred.
c) Ability to obtain required vehicle insurance.
d) Ability to work a flexible schedule.
e) The ability to travel extensively will be required.
