Senior Bookkeeper

About Us

We're RLB.  

A forward-thinking accounting and advisory firm rooted in Southern Ontario with a mission to empower people and strengthen communities. We're growing, and we want awesome people like you to grow with us.   

Have you heard? #RLBisAwesome!

People Count. That is our motto at RLB.

So, what does this mean for you?

• We invest time and effort into our team members for the hands-on learning experience required to become a successful professional.

• We offer a fun and rewarding work environment dedicated to ensuring that our team members get the knowledge, support, and expertise they need to thrive.

If this sounds good to you, read on!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who looking for growth in their career with the ability and interest to mentor our junior staff. If you have experience working directly with clients on complex bookkeeping engagements or experience at the assistant controller level, we want to meet you! 

About the Gig

Month-End Close & Financial Ownership

• Complete full month-end close for assigned clients 

• Prepare reconciliations, working papers, and supporting schedules 

• Support regulatory compliance activities as assigned (e.g., HST/GST filings and remittances, payroll source deductions, WSIB reporting) 

Client Support & Collaboration

• A focus on building meaningful relationships with both clients and RLB team members

• Act as a primary day-to-day contact for bookkeeping-related matters 

• Support a high-quality client experience through responsiveness and reliability 

• Escalate issues appropriately and collaborate with other team members

• Support and mentor junior staff or bookkeepers, helping standardize processes and maintain high-quality work 

This is a permanent, full-time position which can be structured as hybrid, or in-office at one of our RLB locations (Guelph, Kitchener, Fergus, Orangeville, or Shelburne). 

About You

• You have a minimum of 3 years experience in full cycle book-keeping including posting Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll and has experience preparing and analyzing financial statements

• You are highly comfortable working in cloud-based accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar tools 

• You are tech savvy with the ability to design new processes and workflows for our clients

• You have strong Excel skills and are confident preparing reports, reconciliations, and schedules 

• You are comfortable adopting new tools, workflows, and automation — and enjoy finding better ways to work 

• You move beyond “closing the books” to understanding what the numbers mean 

• You can identify trends, anomalies, and risks and communicate them clearly 

• You are confident interacting with clients and explaining financial information in a thoughtful, professional manner 

• You are proactive, organized, and motivated by making an impact 

• You have a proven ability to identify issues and problem solve to confidently advise our clients on sales tax, payroll and complex transactions

Additional Details:

Timeline: We will continue to accept applications until we find the right candidate.

Pay range: $55,000 - $65,000

Compensation within the advertised range is based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and professional designations. RLB LLP recognizes that candidates may not fit precisely within a predefined range; therefore, final compensation will reflect the full breadth of skills, experience, and expertise the individual brings to the role.

Check out our employment perks and what it's like to be part of our team at http://www.rlb.ca/why-rlb/

AI Statement

At RLB, we use AI tools to enhance our recruitment process to assist with tasks such as organizing applications, highlighting job-related qualifications, drafting of job descriptions, and scheduling of interviews. AI is never used to make final hiring decisions or remove candidates from consideration, and is only used to streamline administrative tasks in our hiring and recruiting workflows. All applications are reviewed by our team and all decisions through the recruitment process are made by real people. RLB is an Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Employer committed to fair and equitable hiring process, to using AI tools responsibly, and to reducing biases. We will continue to review our hiring practices regularly to ensure compliance with legal guidelines and industry best practices.

RLB LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation for testing, interview, or employment purposes.