Client Accounting Specialist
About the role
Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow.
At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.
We are looking for a Client Accounting Specialist to join our Advantage group. Our Advantage group is dedicated to guiding and supporting small and midsized enterprises to peak business performance. Our diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As a trusted advisor, you’ll use cutting-edge technology to deliver a full suite of services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, financial reporting and payroll administration.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”
Your role:
- Perform full cycle accounting services utilizing cloud applications such as QBO or Xero;
- Assist with completion of payroll functions.
- Prepare basic T4 returns.
- Prepare month-end close procedures including reconciliation of bank accounts and credit cards and ensuring transactions are properly journalized.
- Assist with government filings such as sales tax returns and payroll filings.
- Prepare monthly and/or quarterly financial reports and management reports.
- Collaborate with clients on a regular basis and assist them with day-to-day accounting inquires.
- Communicate issues to manager and collaborate on resolutions.
What you bring to the table:
- At least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a professional services setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, enrolment in the CPA program an asset.
- 1-2 years’ experience in the use of relevant computerized and cloud-based financial accounting systems.
- Intermediate to high level proficiency with MS Excel, Xero, and QuickBooks Online.
- Knowledge and understanding of ASPE.
- Knowledge and understanding of HST rules.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
Where you’ll work:
Windsor, ON
Job type:
Permanent, Full-time
When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.
We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience and qualifications, as well as the opportunity to excel and advance your career in a dynamic public accounting environment. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Baker Tilly Canada
With member firms from coast to coast, the Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative is one of the country’s largest associations of chartered professional accounting firms. As an all-Canadian network, we have a longstanding reputation for value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions, due to the depth and breadth of our in-house skills, customized offerings and service excellence. Through our strong network infrastructure, shared expertise, resources and offices across the country, our independent member firms provide clients ranging in size from large, publicly traded companies to owner-managed and emerging businesses with a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector.
Globally connected We are proud to be an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a network which extends across 141 territories, with 43,000 people working out of more than 658 offices. Our membership gives us significant global reach in addition to our national presence.
At Baker Tilly International, we believe in the power of great relationships, great conversations and great futures. They represent what we stand for and what we are working together to achieve. Find out more at www.bakertilly.global.
Client Accounting Specialist
About the role
Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow.
At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.
We are looking for a Client Accounting Specialist to join our Advantage group. Our Advantage group is dedicated to guiding and supporting small and midsized enterprises to peak business performance. Our diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As a trusted advisor, you’ll use cutting-edge technology to deliver a full suite of services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, financial reporting and payroll administration.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”
Your role:
- Perform full cycle accounting services utilizing cloud applications such as QBO or Xero;
- Assist with completion of payroll functions.
- Prepare basic T4 returns.
- Prepare month-end close procedures including reconciliation of bank accounts and credit cards and ensuring transactions are properly journalized.
- Assist with government filings such as sales tax returns and payroll filings.
- Prepare monthly and/or quarterly financial reports and management reports.
- Collaborate with clients on a regular basis and assist them with day-to-day accounting inquires.
- Communicate issues to manager and collaborate on resolutions.
What you bring to the table:
- At least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a professional services setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, enrolment in the CPA program an asset.
- 1-2 years’ experience in the use of relevant computerized and cloud-based financial accounting systems.
- Intermediate to high level proficiency with MS Excel, Xero, and QuickBooks Online.
- Knowledge and understanding of ASPE.
- Knowledge and understanding of HST rules.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
Where you’ll work:
Windsor, ON
Job type:
Permanent, Full-time
When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.
We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience and qualifications, as well as the opportunity to excel and advance your career in a dynamic public accounting environment. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Baker Tilly Canada
With member firms from coast to coast, the Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative is one of the country’s largest associations of chartered professional accounting firms. As an all-Canadian network, we have a longstanding reputation for value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions, due to the depth and breadth of our in-house skills, customized offerings and service excellence. Through our strong network infrastructure, shared expertise, resources and offices across the country, our independent member firms provide clients ranging in size from large, publicly traded companies to owner-managed and emerging businesses with a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector.
Globally connected We are proud to be an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a network which extends across 141 territories, with 43,000 people working out of more than 658 offices. Our membership gives us significant global reach in addition to our national presence.
At Baker Tilly International, we believe in the power of great relationships, great conversations and great futures. They represent what we stand for and what we are working together to achieve. Find out more at www.bakertilly.global.