Junior Accountant / Bookkeeper

Role overview

A growing organization is looking to add a Junior Accountant / Bookkeeper to its finance function in Toronto, Ontario. The position follows a hybrid setup, with remote work and one on-site day per week. This is a practical, hands-on accounting opportunity within a lean team that supports ongoing business expansion.

The business is scaling and expects to add more hires in the months ahead, making this a strong fit for someone who wants broader exposure, real ownership, and room to develop internally. The role will work closely with finance leadership and contribute to accurate reporting, day-to-day bookkeeping, and core accounting operations.

This opportunity suits someone with bookkeeping or junior-to-intermediate accounting experience, as well as candidates actively working toward CPA designation who want to deepen their experience in a growing environment.

Key duties

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Keep the general ledger accurate through reconciliations and ongoing maintenance.
• Assist with external audit requests and provide supporting documentation.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and other transactional accounting tasks.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Contribute to improving accounting workflows and internal controls.
• Support budgeting and forecasting work when required.
• Work alongside finance leadership on reporting priorities and deadlines.
• Take responsibility for varied accounting tasks in a small, collaborative team.
• Help with additional finance and accounting projects as the company continues to expand.

Experience and qualifications

• At least 3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience in an industry setting.
• Practical experience preparing monthly financial statements and reporting packages.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks is mandatory.
• Experience with full-cycle bookkeeping, reconciliations, and month-end activities.
• Exposure to audit support or audit coordination is an advantage.
• CPA designation is not mandatory; applicants currently pursuing CPA are encouraged.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communication and strong organizational skills.
• Comfort working independently within a small, lean team.
• Willingness to take ownership and support different areas of the business.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Additional information

Base pay for this role is CAD 70,000 to CAD 90,000, depending on experience.

This is an existing vacancy intended to fill a current opening.

Background screening may be part of onboarding, depending on the role and client requirements.

An AI-based tool is used during application review to help with screening and assessment; the recruitment team also reviews all applications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application note

The employer is committed to equal opportunity and inclusive hiring. Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply.