Bookkeeping Manager

Liberty Horizons; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Toronto-based accounting firm is seeking a Bookkeeping Manager to lead their bookkeeping operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team, oversee client accounts, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills, along with proficiency in Quickbooks Online and Google Sheets. Join a fast-growing team that values mentorship and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced operators and CFOs

Opportunity to participate in deal flow and client ventures

Hybrid working environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, with 1 year in a leadership role.
• Experience in Quickbooks Online and Google Sheets.
• Understanding of general accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee client-facing bookkeeping operations.
• Manage a team of bookkeepers and ensure quality service delivery.
• Engage with clients for financial reviews and strategic advice.

Skills

Quickbooks Online

Google Sheets

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Accounting

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Products

Job description

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Company Summary

Liberty Horizons is a Toronto-based accounting and venture consulting firm that supports founder-led startups and small businesses. We specialize in fractional CFO services, bookkeeping, payroll, AR/AP, and strategic finance. Our team builds and runs lean, effective finance operations that help businesses scale. As a small, fast-growing firm, we offer a hands-on environment to learn, grow, and make an impact alongside experienced leaders and ambitious clients.

The Bookkeeping Manager will lead and oversee our client-facing bookkeeping operations. In this leadership role, you will manage a team of bookkeepers, provide oversight on client deliverables, and help design scalable financial workflows across our fast-growing practice. We are a growing team so you will be someone who is able to manage a team and be an individual contributor where needed. In the weeds and a coach of a growing company, shaping what the future of our company and accounting looks like in a fast changing technical and digital world.

You will be responsible for overseeing and participating in managing the day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, accounts receivable, reporting, analysis and auditing, and special projects of the firm with a high degree of professionalism, and customer service. You will work directly with our Finance Managerto ensure accuracy, compliance and financial clarity.

Responsibilities

Account Management

• Manage multiple priorities, tasks and clients efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• Supervise client accounts and track deliverables using Notion or similar project management tools
• Attend weekly, biweekly and monthly meetings with clients to review the financials and provide strategic advise
• Monitor and manage client accounting inboxes, slack, whatsapp and other platforms to ensure timely response, triage of important communications, and proactive follow-up on outstanding items
• Act as a point of contact with accountants, real estate agents, lawyers, and external stakeholders to support special projects and year-end work
• Engage with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on behalf of clients to address inquiries, resolve issues, manage audits, and ensure compliance
• Implement and monitor KPI dashboards to track client and team performance

Team Management

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to lead and oversee the financial, administrative, accounting, and HR functions for clients and portfolio companies of the firm
• Manage and mentor a team of bookkeepers and junior finance staff, ensuring quality and timely delivery of services
• Train team members on accounting software, internal tools, and client service standards
• Identify staffing needs and participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
• Review and approve deliverables (e.g., month-end packages, payroll runs, remittances) before submission to clients or regulatory bodies

Bookkeeping and Accounting Principles

• Review, record, and ensure accuracy of transactions, account reconciliations, and reporting within QuickBooks Online or other online accounting platforms
• Oversee the processing of payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable across multiple client engagements
• Review and guide the creation of invoices, journal entries, and expense reimbursements for accuracy and consistency
• Maintain, review, and finalize financial reports in Google Sheets or Excel to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with record-keeping standards
• Identify opportunities to optimize financial workflows, systems, and internal controls
• Maintain and organize digital systems for cloud-based receipt management, invoice storage, and documentation compliance
• Oversee preparation and filing of company tax returns including payroll taxes and HST remittances
• Manage year-end close processes including reconciliations and final journal entries
• Handle administrative tasks as needed to support the finance function
• Oversee issuance of ROEs and T-slips in collaboration with the payroll team

Skills

• 3+ years of experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in an accounting practice or similar setting, with at least 1 year in a leadership or management capacity
• 3+ years of experience in Quickbooks Online and Google Sheets or excel
• College Diploma or University Degree in Accounting or equivalent educational experience
• Understanding of general accounting principles, systems, and general office procedures
• Very strong analytical, and numerical skills in the form of financial modeling and managerial accounting
• Strong knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Products, Quickbooks Online
• Demonstrate high level of attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to work well in a team
• Ability to adapt, research, ask great questions and learn quickly
• Must be extremely digitally savvy, we are a hybrid company
• Loves to read books
• Experience with tax preparation and an understanding of startup culture are considered strong assets.
• Understanding and experience using Knit Payroll is considered an asset
• A hybrid working environment that will require 2-3 days in our office at 130 Spadina Ave.
• Mentorship from experienced operators and CFO’s
• Fast growing company, ability to participate in upside of deal flow, client partnerships and ventures
• Opportunity to share the finance function of a growing company

Liberty Horizons is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you're excited to join a winning team, Liberty Horizons is a great place to grow your career. You'll be glad you applied.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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