Bookkeeper

Job Summary
Jonathan Dickinson Enterprises Inc. (JDE) is an active management company overseeing a portfolio of life sciences ventures in the psychedelic medicine sector, including:
• Ambio Life Sciences ? the world's leading integrative ibogaine therapy clinic network, with state-of-the-art clinic operations in Mexico and Malta serving veterans, athletes, and patients with neurological and addiction-related conditions.
• Terragnosis ? a supply chain management company focused on the ethical sourcing, production, and distribution of clinic-grade ibogaine products globally.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, discreet, and experienced Bookkeeper to support the financial operations across all JDE portfolio companies. This is a primarily remote role suited to someone who is highly self-directed, organized, and comfortable managing books across multiple entities in a fast-moving environment.
Weekly in-person meetings in Grimsby or Hamilton will be required as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Financial Records
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date books across multiple corporate entities using Microsoft Business Central and other systems.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoice entry, coding, and payment tracking.
• Perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations across all entities.
• Track and categorize expenses by entity, project, and cost centre.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes in coordination with the external accountant.
Payroll & Compliance Support
• Assist with payroll processing and CRA remittances.
• Maintain records for HST/GST filings and prepare source documents for remittances.
• Support preparation of T4s and other statutory filings in coordination with the external accountant.
Reporting & Communication
• Prepare regular financial summaries and reports for the CEO across all portfolio companies.
• Proactively flag discrepancies, anomalies, or outstanding items and recommend corrective action.
• Coordinate with the Executive Assistant and senior management on budget tracking and expense approvals.
• Assist Clients with processing wire and/or payments through Wise
Systems & Documentation
• Maintain organized digital filing systems for all financial records and source documents, ensuring easy retrieval and audit readiness.
• Support development of bookkeeping SOPs and internal controls appropriate to a growing multi-entity structure.
• Manage all confidential financial information with absolute discretion and professionalism.
Requirements
• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, ideally in a small business / start-up environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software ? Microsoft Business Central and/or Zoho strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office ? Word, Excel, etc.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll, HST/GST, and CRA compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple books simultaneously.
• Comfortable working remotely and independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• High degree of discretion in handling sensitive financial, corporate, and personnel information.
• Clear written communication skills for reporting and coordination with the executive team.
Preferred
• Experience supporting a financial controller or senior manager directly in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Familiarity with life sciences, regulated industries, or organizations with international operations.
• Experience managing intercompany transactions across multiple related corporate entities.
• Bookkeeping or accounting designation or coursework (e.g., CPB Canada, CPA).
• Experience collaborating with an external accountant on year-end review or audit engagements.
What we offer
• Flexible, primarily remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven organization at the forefront of psychedelic medicine.
• Exposure to a diverse, international portfolio of ventures.
• Compensation com