Senior Bookkeeper

SummitPath Bookkeeping Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 57,500 - 67,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship

QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification

Job summary

A leading bookkeeping service in Canada is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage client relationships and maintain accurate financial records. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model, requiring three days in-office and two days remote, with a salary range of $57,500–$67,500. Ideal candidates will have strong bookkeeping experience, proficiency in QuickBooks Online, and a detail-oriented mindset. You will play a key role in ensuring client satisfaction through accurate financial reporting and process improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience with apps like DEXT, Stripe, Shopify, and PayPal.

Responsibilities

• Own client relationships and ensure deadlines are met.
• Perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and file GST returns.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Client-first mindset

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of QuickBooks Online

Education

Diploma, certificate, or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Microsoft tools

Job description

40 hours per week | 3 days in-office | No overtime | $57,500–$67,500

About SummitPath

At SummitPath, our purpose is simple: to give business owners peace of mind. We deliver an exceptional, collaborative bookkeeping experience so our clients can sleep better at night knowing someone they trust is looking out for them and their business.

Our team builds deep relationships with clients, communicates clearly, and takes ownership of getting things done right. We help people feel confident about their numbers and their decisions.

The Role

Reporting to the Bookkeeping Manager, the Senior Bookkeeper plays a key role in the growth of SummitPath and in delivering a high-trust client experience. You will own client relationships, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain accurate, meaningful financial records for multiple clients.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Calgary, with three days per week in-office and two days remote. The role is 40 hours per week with no overtime expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Client Onboarding & Process Improvement
• Assess each client’s bookkeeping needs (A/R, A/P, payroll, GST, etc.)
• Document existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Build client-specific workflows and integrate them into SummitPath’s systems
• Clean up and correct opening balances
• Set up and optimize charts of accounts
• Support and train transitioning bookkeepers on client systems and workflows
• Maintain accounts receivable and payable
• Perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations
• Review income statements and identify classification issues
• Prepare and file GST returns
• Coordinate with clients to obtain supporting documentation
• Ensure all transactions are properly supported and documented
• Complete weekly, monthly, and annual bookkeeping checklists
• Prepare clear financial reports and summaries
• Stay compliant with relevant federal and provincial requirements

What You Bring

• Diploma, certificate, or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 3+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online
• Experience with apps such as DEXT, Stripe, Shopify, PayPal, etc.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end close
• Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft tools
• Passion for learning and teaching others
• Client-first mindset with strong communication skills
• Detail-oriented with high standards for accuracy
• Problem-solver who takes ownership and follows through
• Membership in the Canadian Bookkeepers Association is an asset

What We Offer

• Salary range: $57,500–$67,500, based on experience
• Full-time, stable employment (40 hours/week, no overtime culture)
• Hybrid work environment (3 days in-office, 2 remote)
• QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification
• Training, mentorship, and support from an experienced team
• Meaningful client relationships and work that helps business owners sleep better at night

If you care about people as much as you care about clean books, and you take pride in being someone clients can rely on you’ll feel at home here.