Junior Associate, Cloud Accounting Services

BDO Canada; Guelph; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Guelph is seeking a Junior Associate to join their Cloud Accounting Services team. This role involves bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks Online and Dext, managing receipts, and supporting month-end activities. Ideal candidates have an undergraduate degree in accounting and 0-2 years of experience. The firm promotes a people-first culture with emphasis on professional growth and community involvement throughout Canada.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Competitive cash compensation

Personal time off policy

Qualifications

• Completed an undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting (or related field).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online.
• Process and manage receipts and bills through Dext.
• Assist with month-end close activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Dext

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Barrie and Guelph offices are looking for a Junior Associate to join the Cloud Accounting Services (CAS) team. This is a net new role and responsibilities will include:

• Complete day-to-day bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online (QBO), including accurate coding of transactions using bank feeds and supporting documentation
• Process and manage receipts, bills, and expense documentation through Dext, ensuring items are captured, categorized, and published to QBO on an accurate and timely basis
• Perform routine reconciliations (bank and credit card, clearing accounts, and key balance sheet accounts), investigate variances, and elevate issues appropriately
• Support accounts payable processes (e.g., vendor bills, and follow-ups on missing information)
• Assist with month-end close activities, including checklists, working papers, and basic account analysis to support internal review and client deliverables
• Prepare recurring filings and compliance support (e.g., HST/GST) under the guidance of senior team members
• Identify data discrepancies and anomalies, maintain clean audit trails, and contribute to continuous improvement of standardized workflows, templates, and quality controls in a digital-first environment
• Participate in the adoption of new tools and process enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and the client experience
• Deliver accurate, timely, and well-documented work that meets Cloud Accounting Services quality standards and supports smooth reviewer sign-of
• Build a strong foundation in QBO and Dext, showing curiosity and confidence as you learn features, troubleshoot issues, and apply best practices

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describes you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning & professional development

Your Experience And Education

• You have completed an undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting (or a related field)
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (co‑op, internship, or junior accounting/bookkeeping role) is an asset
• Exposure to QuickBooks Online (QBO) and/or Dext is an asset (or a strong interest and ability to learn cloud tools quickly)
• You have strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to follow checklists and standardized processes
• You demonstrate strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills, and you’re comfortable asking questions to learn and progress
• You are enthusiastic about technology‑enabled accounting, process improvement, and building a long‑term career in cloud accounting services

The expected range of compensation for this role is 38k - 63k per annum.

Why BDO?

BDO is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: we enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada; we help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development; we support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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