Lead Bookkeeper

Gauvreaucpa; Peterborough; Ibrido; CAD 55.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory in Canada seeks a Lead Bookkeeper to join a remote, hybrid, or in‑office team. You will mentor associate bookkeepers, review and sign off on client files, and contribute to onboarding and training while delivering accurate bookkeeping and payroll services.

This leadership role emphasizes independent work, strong client communication, and collaboration. Experience with Karbon, QBO, Outlook, and full‑cycle payroll is preferred; PCP designation is an asset.

Competenze

• Ability to work independently with strong ownership of quality and timelines.
• Excellent client and team communication abilities.
• Solutions‑oriented problem solving in a client service environment.
• Experience with Karbon, Outlook, QBO and other bookkeeping software.
• Full‑cycle payroll experience; PCP designation is an asset.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Mansioni

• Navigate full‑service bookkeeping and payroll for external businesses with medium to high complexity.
• Review and sign off on bookkeeping files including taxes and year‑end adjustments.
• Prepare and deliver client reporting as needed.
• Manage multiple client deliverables with precision and prioritization.
• Lead client onboarding meetings and ensure proper file setup.
• Maintain ongoing client correspondence to support file completion.
• Support Associate Bookkeepers with file reviews and training.
• Organize and lead team huddles and meetings.
• Attend weekly strategy calls with the Workflow Manager.

Conoscenze

Independent work

Ownership of quality

Client communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Payroll experience

Financial reporting

Strumenti

Karbon

Outlook

QBO

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Who We Are
At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, we exist to help entrepreneurs build the business, and the life, of their dreams. As a purpose-driven firm generating $25M in annual revenue with a team of 200 professionals, we combine deep expertise in accounting, tax, law, and advisory with an unwavering commitment to empowering business owners.

Our culture is built on excellence, accountability, collaboration, and growth. We believe in supporting our people to reach their full potential, just as we support our clients in achieving theirs. Joining our team means being part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work has a direct impact on the success of entrepreneurs across Canada.

We are currently seeking a Lead Bookkeeper to join our remote, hybrid, or in-office team.

Lead Bookkeeper

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for excellence and a knack for problem-solving? Do you thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in delivering high-quality work that supports both clients and colleagues? If you're ready to take ownership of your craft and grow within a dynamic, values-led firm—this opportunity is for you.

At Gauvreau, we believe in All In, Owning It, Choosing Opportunity, Relentless Excellence, and Better Together. These aren't just words—they're the foundation of how we work, grow, and succeed as a team. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity to lead, support, and elevate our bookkeeping team.

As a Lead Bookkeeper, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of client files, mentoring associate bookkeepers, and fostering strong client relationships. You’ll be trusted to review and sign off on files, manage communications, and contribute to onboarding and training initiatives—all while embodying our core values.

Key Responsibilities

• Navigate full-service bookkeeping and payroll for external businesses with medium to high complexity
• Review and sign off on bookkeeping files, including HSTs, T4s, ROEs, WSIB, year-end adjustments and trust accounting
• Prepare and deliver client reporting as needed
• Manage multiple client deliverables with precision and prioritization
• Lead client onboarding meetings and ensure proper file setup
• Maintain ongoing client correspondence to support file completion
• Support Associate Bookkeepers with file reviews, training, and issue resolution
• Organize and lead team huddles and meetings
• Attend weekly strategy/accountability calls with the Workflow Manager

This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of work quality and timelines
• Confidence in delivering high-quality work without supervision
• Strong communication skills for client and team interactions
• Sound problem-solving ability with a solutions-focused mindset
• Experience with Karbon, Outlook, QBO, and other bookkeeping software
• Full-cycle payroll experience, PCP designation is an asset.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment

We have Five Core Values at Our Firm

1. All In(passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence)
2. Own It(solutions oriented, owning outcomes)
3. Choose Opportunity(willingness to innovate)
4. Better Together(teamwork drives the best results)
5. Relentless Excellence (exceeding expectations)

Position Type:

• Existing Vacancy: Internal and External

Compensation:

This position offers a starting salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 per year. Compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, relevant experience, and skills.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Applicants are advised that AI may be used to support aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening or scheduling.