Bookkeeper

Welcome, we're thrilled you are considering joining our finance team at VetCare Canada!

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VetCare (vet-care.ca) is proudly Canadian, with roots in Vancouver that have extended to practice teams across Canada. We blend the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of our veterinary community, offering mentorship, operations support and recruitment efforts to keep care strong. With this collaborative approach, we aim to foster better outcomes for pets and the people who love them.

Join VetCare on its path to becoming a leading acquirer and operator of animal hospitals in Canada! We are seeking a highly capable and motivated individual to join our dynamic, entrepreneurial team as a Bookkeeper. Our Bookkeeper will perform the bulk of our daily accounting transactions, including processing all accounts payable, booking bank transactions, and maintaining the general ledger. Our new Bookkeeper will work directly with the Corporate Controller and other members of our corporate team in downtown Vancouver. 

About the Role

• Accounts Payable: process invoices and payments for suppliers. Match bank transactions to suppliers invoices.
• Transactions: Maintaining general ledger for each company in our portfolio; assisting with payroll entries. Reconcile credit card transactions. Balance intercompany transactions.
• Reconciliations: Balance intercompany transactions. Reconcile cash receipts weekly. Reconcile clearing accounts.
• Other duties as assigned

Who You Are

You are a quick learner and eager to help out to meet project and business demands in a fast-paced environment.  You are responsible, detail oriented and take great pride in the quality of your work.  This role is open to new graduates.  You will be an essential part of our Accounting team. 

You Bring:

• Completed studies in Accounting, with an undergraduate degree (or equivalent).
• Work experience in an administrative, corporate or customer service environment.
• A strong understanding of the ASPE accounting framework, including consolidations and acquisitions.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Word.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders including the corporate team, hospital-level teams, hospital owners and outside advisors and professionals.
• The ability to work on and complete tasks independently.
• Work experience in a staff accounting, bookkeeping or accounts payable position.  This is valuable, but not required.
• Work experience in payroll administration would be considered an asset.

What The Role Can Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental & life insurance
• Vacation & Paid Time Off
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, relationship, financial and nutritional support for all team members. 

Pay Rate: $50,000 - $55,000 / Year

Why Join VetCare?

A Team You Can Rely On

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on the Finance Team, talented Practice Care Centre team members, enthusiastic leaders on the Medical Team and dynamic Practice Managers.  We value open communication, mutual respect, and high clinical standards and we believe great care starts with a strong, collaborative team. You will be reporting to the Corporate Controller in this position. 

Flexibility That Respects Your Life

Veterinary medicine can be intense, and we’re committed to helping our team thrive. This is a full-time position, and we’ll partner with you to create a schedule that promotes long-term sustainability and work-life balance.

Real Investment in Your Growth

You’ll have access to ongoing continuing education and development opportunities designed to strengthen your skills, support your career goals, and help you grow with confidence at every stage of your career journey.