Bookkeeper

Baker Tilly Canada; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada seeks a Bookkeeper to provide essential bookkeeping services while supporting clients and co-workers. This role combines client interaction with the management of various accounting tasks, contributing to the success of our team. Join us for a fulfilling career with a firm that values growth and inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive medical benefits packages

Social committee events

Retirement planning with matching contributions

4-day workweek during summer

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience using Canadian bookkeeping and accounting practices.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping applications like Dext or Caseware.
• Strong computer skills with quick adaptability to new software.

Responsibilities

• Providing bookkeeping support including posting and payroll.
• Managing compilation engagements with client interaction.
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business

Tools

QBO

Sage 50

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role

• Providing bookkeeping support to our clients and internal professionals, including but not limited to posting, HST, and payroll.
• Handling various accounting service assignments, including general ledger postings, account reconciliations, and report generation from accounting systems.
• Efficiently managing compilation engagements, including direct client interaction for queries, requirements identification, and issue resolution.
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Fulfilling other responsibilities as assigned.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must possess critical thinking skills.
  
  
  

What you bring to the table

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience using Canadian bookkeeping and accounting practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QBO, Sage 50, QuickBooks desktop, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping applications like Dext or Caseware is a strong asset.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software.
• Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Flexibility to meet the unique needs of our clients, including occasional travel to client locations.
• A team-oriented mindset.
  
  
  

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salaries.
• Comprehensive medical benefits packages.
• Social committee that plans multiple social events throughout the year.
• Retirement planning with Group RSP contribution/matching or TFSA contribution/matching.
• A 4-day workweek during the Summer.
• Rewarding opportunities for career advancement at every stage.
• A positive firm that encourages individual growth in a team setting.
  
  
  

Where you’ll work:

This position is based in-person at our 62 Keil Dr. S. Chatham, Ontario in Chatham-Kent, ON. Hybrid or remote work options are not available.

Job type:

Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule:

Monday - Friday with the exception of working Saturdays in April, and having Fridays off for the two months in the Summer.

Salary range:

Starting rate is from $23 - $25/hour

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status:

• Existing Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. The position has become available due to an employee retirement and we are actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill this role.
• We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
  
  
  

Note: Baker Tilly CK, LLP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and takes pride in being an employer that values diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. All resume information is received in confidence.