Junior Accountant

Puppy Sphere; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Puppy Sphere, a fast-growing startup revolutionizing wellness through puppy therapy, is seeking a Junior Accountant in Toronto. This full-time, hybrid role offers a great opportunity for hands-on experience in payroll, financial reporting, and bookkeeping, while working with a passionate team in a fun environment. Applicants should possess a degree in Accounting or Finance, with 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Unlimited Puppy Yoga classes for yourself, family, and friends.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on accounting experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, or financial reporting.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for Canadian and U.S. employees.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports.
• Record daily financial transactions and maintain the general ledger.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

QuickBooks

Xero

Asana

Connecteam

Job description

Welcome to Puppy Sphere, a startup revolutionizing the wellness industry with our puppy therapy experiences in North America! We’re on a mission to make wellness welcoming to all. Through inclusive wellness experiences, we create moments so memorable they inspire our community to weave well-being into their daily lives. As North America's favourite new wellness experience for dog lovers, we've hosted over 150,000 customers and have partnered with industry leaders like the NBA, TikTok, and Google.

We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven individual to join the Puppy Sphere team as our Junior Accountant! You'll work closely with our finance team, gaining hands-on experience in payroll processing, financial reporting, bookkeeping, invoicing, and documentation. You’ll also assist with software tools like Connecteam and Asana to streamline operations and ensure efficient communication across teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a strong foundation in accounting practices while contributing to a fast-growing, fun, and energetic company.

This is a full-time, hybrid role, based in Toronto.

The Responsibilities Include:

• Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing for Canadian and U.S. employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments and addressing any payroll-related queries.
• Financial Reporting: Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports, and assist in preparing financial statements and budgets for both entities.
• Bookkeeping: Record daily financial transactions and maintain the general ledger to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Monthly and Quarterly Reconciliations: Conduct monthly and quarterly bank and transaction reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Invoicing: Help generate, review, and send invoices to clients and vendors, and assist in following up on outstanding payments.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all financial records are organized, accurate, and compliant with Canadian and U.S. regulations. Maintain and update documentation for audits and reporting.
• Software Utilization: Use Connecteam for employee scheduling, time tracking, and communication and Asana for project management and task coordination with the finance team.
• Cross-Entity Collaboration: Coordinate with Canadian and U.S. team members to ensure consistent financial practices and data accuracy across both locations.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of hands-on accounting experience in areas such as bookkeeping, payroll processing, tax preparation, or financial reporting
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Connecteam).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Join a fast-growing startup with upward mobility.

Hybrid role with remote work flexibility.

Real-world experience in payroll, financial reporting and general accounting functions for an international business.

️ Work alongside experienced finance professionals.

Opportunity to work in a fun and supportive environment with a unique business model.

Unlimited Puppy Yoga classes for yourself, family and friends.

How to apply:

Please submit the following to [e-mail]

• Resume
• Brief cover letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this role

We’re so grateful for your interest in joining the team here at Puppy Sphere! Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to personally reach out to everyone, but please know we truly appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken to apply ️

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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