Senior Bookkeeper

F Silveira, Chartered Professional Accountants; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation

Holiday closure

Performance-based rewards

Collaborative culture

Direct leadership interaction

Job summary

F Silveira Chartered Professional Accountants, a growing Mississauga public accounting firm, is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper. The role focuses on full-cycle bookkeeping, accurate financial records, and client service across multiple files.

You will prepare government remittances, support year-end work, and contribute to high-quality deliverables. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in bookkeeping, Canadian payroll/tax experience, and familiarity with QuickBooks Online/Desktop, Sage, or Xero.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive bookkeeping experience.
• Payroll and tax background.
• Post-secondary education in accounting or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian bookkeeping practices and GST/HST filings.
• Experience assisting year-end work is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, including payables, receivables, payroll entries, journals, and GL.
• Reconcile bank and credit accounts and balance sheet accounts on schedule.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and working papers.
• File GST/HST, payroll taxes, WSIB, and other remittances.
• Support year-end preparation and organize client records for accountants.
• Review bookkeeping records for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Communicate with clients to request information and explain bookkeeping matters.
• Assist with payroll processing, ROEs, and payroll compliance.
• Mentor junior staff and share best practices.
• Recommend process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Client communication

Professional discretion

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary accounting education

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Sage

Xero

Job description

Reporting directly to: Accounting Manager

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000

Location: 204-755 Queensway E, Mississauga, ON L4Y 4C5

Environment and Role: Newly created Senior role supporting a growing firm.

About Us

F Silveira Chartered Professional Accountants is a growing public accounting firm based in Mississauga, Ontario. We support privately owned-managed businesses with accounting, assurance (ASPE & IFRS), tax compliance, and advisory services. Our firm is built on strong client relationships, high-quality work, continuous improvement, and a modern, team-first culture.

Position Summary

F. Silveira Professional Accountants is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our public accounting firm. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, client-focused professional with strong full-cycle bookkeeping experience and the ability to manage multiple client files accurately and efficiently. The Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining complete and reliable financial records, preparing government remittances, supporting year-end files, and delivering high-quality service to a diverse client base.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Three (3) weeks' vacation annually plus holiday closure below.
• Holiday closure from December 24th to January 2nd.
• Performance-based reward system.
• Collaborative team culture with strong standards and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to work directly with leadership and have a meaningful impact on firm operations, visibility, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, payroll accounts, and balance sheet accounts accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including trial balances, working papers, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and file GST/HST, payroll source deductions, WSIB, and other government remittances as required.
• Support year-end preparation by organizing client records, identifying discrepancies, and preparing clean, complete files for review by accountants.
• Review client bookkeeping records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm standards.
• Communicate professionally with clients to request information, resolve questions, explain bookkeeping matters, and support timely completion of work.
• Assist with payroll processing, T4 preparation, ROEs, and related payroll compliance matters.
• Mentor junior bookkeeping staff, review selected work, and provide guidance on best practices and firm procedures.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, consistency, and accuracy across client files.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive bookkeeping experience, preferably in a public accounting firm or multi-client bookkeeping environment.
• Payroll and tax background.
• Post-secondary education in accounting, bookkeeping, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian bookkeeping practices, payroll compliance, GST/HST filings, and government remittance requirements.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Sage, Xero, or similar platforms.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with cloud-based accounting tools and client portals.
• Experience preparing year-end working paper files and supporting accountants during review, compilation, or tax preparation engagements is an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to build positive client relationships.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with accountants, partners, and administrative staff.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify, investigate, and resolve bookkeeping discrepancies.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands and working conditions described here represent those that are typically required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods.
• Making or receiving telephone calls for prolonged durations.
• Using a keyboard to conduct research, update systems, and communicate in writing for long intervals.
• Viewing a computer monitor for extended periods.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, and stooping.
• Occasionally lifting items weighing up to 20 kilograms.
• Exposure to environments with low to moderate noise levels.
• Occasional travel within Canada.

Accessibility and Accommodation

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and accommodation needs. Please notify us if you have any accessibility requirements. Information gathered will only be used for the purpose of determining employment suitability and will remain confidential.