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Bookkeepers  (NOC 1231)
Vancouver Island and Coast Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Bookkeepers maintain complete sets of books, keep records of accounts, verify the procedures used for recording financial transactions, and provide personal bookkeeping services. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.

accounting bookkeeper, bookkeeper.

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Bookkeepers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
  • Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers and prepare financial statements
  • Calculate and prepare cheques for payrolls and for utility, tax and other bills
  • Complete and submit tax remittance forms, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms and other government documents
  • Prepare tax returns and perform other personal bookkeeping services
  • Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Victoria, Campbell River, Colwood, Courtenay, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Comox, Ladysmith, Lake Cowichan, Port McNeill, Qualicum Beach, Sidney, View Royal, Cumberland, Sooke

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Outlook & Prospects for Bookkeepers in Vancouver Island and Coast Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Bookkeepers in Vancouver Island and Coast Region as well as in the rest of the British Columbia.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good 2012-05-16

Employment opportunities for bookkeepers are good on Vancouver Island. Although some job growth is expected, the majority of job openings will arise as a result of the need to replace older workers who retire. The increased use of computerized bookkeeping has resulted in a lower demand for bookkeepers. Opportunities are more favourable for bookkeepers who are certified and who can market their services. Employment prospects are also good for bookkeepers who are open to performing other administrative functions within a company or organization.

Bookkeepers work in a variety of industries and a large proportion of bookkeepers are self-employed, contracting out their services to various businesses.

People looking for work in this occupation can find opportunities through the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada, The British Columbia Bookkeepers Association, and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping.

[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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