Bookkeeper
NADF
100 Little Lake rdFort William First Nation, OntarioP7J0L2
Established in 1987, NADF is a results-oriented Aboriginal organization delivering programs and services that support and empower Aboriginal peoples and First Nation communities in Northern Ontario to pursue business and community economic development opportunities.
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.
You are a dedicated team player, have the highest integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality; you are a superior communicator with strong written and verbal skills; you are proactive, organized, and energetic.
Full Time
Bookkeeper/Accountants
1
$76,551 - $ 108,528
35
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
4/30/2026
n/a
Key Responsibilities:
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.
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.
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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.
Apply To: To be considered for this challenging and rewarding position, please forward a detailed resume in confidence, along with a cover letter and three (3) current work-related references to recruitment@nadf.org For a full job description, visit - www.nadf.org/careers
