Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper / Accounting Manager

Achen Henderson Chartered Accountants; Calgary; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Canada is seeking experienced Part-Time Senior Full Cycle Bookkeepers / Accounting Managers. This remote opportunity allows individuals to manage a client portfolio independently, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while working within a supportive team. Extensive bookkeeping experience and familiarity with Canadian tax regulations are essential. Enjoy a flexible work arrangement with a revenue-sharing model based on performance.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Revenue-sharing model

Access to collaborative support tools

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in bookkeeping, preferably within a public accounting firm.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and expectations independently.
• Strong command of Canadian tax specific to small business clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting lifecycle for assigned clients.
• Oversee bookkeeping deliverables and client expectations.
• Liaise with tax groups for compliance and technical support.

Skills

Cloud-based accounting tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks Online)

Client relationship management

Time management

Accounting controls and assessment

Job description

We’re Hiring: Part-Time Senior Full Cycle Bookkeepers / Accounting Managers (Remote – Canada)

Please apply directly through our website at Careers – Achen Henderson Chartered Professional Accountants

Achen Henderson (AH) is seeking experienced, detail-driven Part-Time Senior Bookkeepers / Accounting Managers to join our fast-growing GURU bookkeeping team. This is a long-term, flexible, remote opportunity for professionals who want to bring their deep public practice experience into a modern, cloud-based environment—without sacrificing balance or autonomy. It’s also an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a flexible work arrangement while continuing to make a meaningful impact in their field. This role is ideal for those looking to work independently on a dedicated client base (5–10 clients), manage their own deliverables, and maintain direct, meaningful relationships with clients, all while enjoying the support of a high-performing and collaborative team of professionals.

The Role: What You’ll Do

As a Part-Time Accounting Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the full accounting lifecycle for a portfolio of small to mid-sized businesses, all of whom rely on Achen Henderson for timely, accurate, and actionable financial reporting. Specifically, you will:

• Serve as the main point of contact for your clients’ full-cycle accounting, overseeing all bookkeeping deliverables and managing their expectations with professionalism and clarity.
• Collaborate with our GURU Bookkeeping team to ensure timely and accurate bookkeeping, month-end closes, reconciliations, and client reporting.
• Liaise with our Canadian tax groups to ensure that your clients receive expert guidance on year-end, payroll, HST/GST filings, and other technical matters.
• Implement and maintain basic accounting controls that support clean and accurate books.
• Provide strategic direction and support to your bookkeeping team, ensuring all client deliverables meet our high standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and client efficiency across your portfolio.

Who We’re Looking For

This is a role for self-managed professionals. The ideal candidate is someone who brings extensive bookkeeping experience, has worked in public practice, and is comfortable taking full ownership of a client’s accounting function while working from home.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in bookkeeping, preferably within a public accounting firm.
• Able to operate accurately, quickly and autonomously within our pre-established workflows and systems, with a very low level of professional oversight.
• Working knowledge of Canadian tax, especially as it relates to small business clients (T2s, HST/GST, payroll, year-end prep).
• Familiarity with CRA portals, T4/T5/T5018 preparation, and government filings.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, including expectation management and cross-team coordination.
• Strong command of accounting controls and the ability to assess risk and implement structure.
• Proficient in cloud-based accounting tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks Online, Dext, Hubdoc).
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently within a remote-first team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice to Have:

• Experience collaborating with tax advisory teams or working within a multidisciplinary firm.
• Experience delivering training or mentorship to junior staff or clients.

What We Offer

This is not a typical part-time gig. At Achen Henderson, we value our Part-Time Accounting Managers as senior professionals and client leaders. We are offering:

• A revenue-sharing model: When we are confident that you are able to operate autonomously with a high degree of accuracy and client satisfaction, you will earn a large percentage of the fees we collect for the work you do—rewarding high-performance and autonomy.
• Flexible, fully remote work: Control your schedule and working hours. We value results, not time sheets.
• Autonomy over your client portfolio: Work with a dedicated roster of 5–10 clients.
• Collaborative support: Access to our GURU Bookkeeping Team, tax professionals, and workflow management tools.
• Comprehensive systems and training to get you up to speed quickly.

About GURU by Achen Henderson

GURU is Achen Henderson’s cloud-based, flat-rate virtual finance department, purpose-built for entrepreneurs and business leaders who need timely, accurate financial insight without the burden of traditional accounting.

GURU Services include:

• Full-cycle bookkeeping and reporting
• Payroll, ROEs, T-slip prep, and government remittances
• Accounts payable/receivable support
• Year-end coordination and tax filing support
• Fractional CFO services, forecasting, KPIs, and business valuation

We package these services under a flat monthly fee based on value—not hours. You’ll play a critical role in delivering that value directly to our clients.

Who Thrives in This Role?

This role is ideal for:

• Former public practice professionals seeking part-time work with full client ownership
• Individuals seeking part-time flexible work arrangement
• Experienced accountants or bookkeepers who want to step away from long tax seasons and regain control over their schedules
• Professionals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, cloud-first environment and thrive in a culture of accountability, autonomy, and excellence

Whether you’re returning to the accounting field after time away, transitioning into semi-retirement, or simply seeking a more balanced career rhythm, this role offers a meaningful way to apply your expertise—without compromising your life outside of work.

Our Core Values

• Timeliness – On time, every time
• Accountability – To ourselves, our team, and our clients
• Transparency – We communicate openly, always
• Leadership – We lead with initiative, not titles
• Integrity – We do what we say we will do
• Collaboration – We co-create solutions, internally and with our clients

Application Process

Please apply by submitting your resume along with a brief cover letter describing your experience with:

• Cloud bookkeeping tools
• Managing client portfolios independently
• Any experience with year-end coordination or tax filings

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete:

1. A short technical assessment
2. A written exercise to assess communication and process thinking
3. A virtual interview with our leadership team

We want to know not just what you can do—but how you think, how you care, and how you collaborate.

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