Senior Associate, Cloud Accounting Services

BDO; Guelph; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Associate for their Cloud Accounting Operations team. The successful candidate will provide full cycle bookkeeping services, perform reconciliations, and prepare financial reports. Candidates should have 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience and be proficient in accounting software such as Quickbooks Online. This role emphasizes client service and professional development within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in bookkeeping.
• In-depth knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide full cycle bookkeeping services using cloud-based systems.
• Perform bank account reconciliations and accounts payable management.
• Prepare regular external filings and month-end financial reporting.

Skills

Bookkeeping expertise

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with Quickbooks Online

Education

Post-requisite education in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Quickbooks Online

Job description

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 with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

BDO Canada is looking for a Senior Associate to join our Cloud Accounting Operations team. This is a replacement role where the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Provide efficient and accurate full cycle bookkeeping services using cloud-based systems
• Perform bank account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable management
• Complete routine account analysis and bookkeeping assignments following established procedures
• Prepare regular external filings, such as HST, and month-end financial reporting packages
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of government remittances and statutory/non-statutory deductions (EI, CPP, EHT)
• Maintain open communication with clients, government agencies, and colleagues

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe 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 at least 2-3 years of hands‑on experience in bookkeeping, with in-depth knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices
• You hold a post‑requisite education in Accounting or Finance, or have relevant experience in the field
• You are proficient in using Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience in using software such as Quickbooks Online or similar operating systems is an advantage
• You possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Salary range: $52,000-$89,000