Senior Bookkeeper / Team Lead

POWERGROUP Resources is dedicated to empowering start-ups and small-to-medium businesses with practical, customized business and financial solutions. As a Senior Bookkeeper / Team Lead, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients' growth and operational effectiveness by delivering comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting services. You will be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, client service, and leadership, helping clients navigate their financial needs and achieve their business goals.

This posting reflects a current hiring need for our client. We use AI-assisted tools to help review resumes and identify potential candidate matches, however all hiring decisions are made by our team and the client directly.
Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering end-to-end bookkeeping and accounting services for multiple clients
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with professional standards and firm policies
• Performing bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations
• Generating financial reports and providing practical, client-tailored financial guidance
• Communicating directly with clients to gather required information
• Supporting payroll activities, including ROEs, T4s, and payroll remittances, as well as month-end close processes
• Ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
• Providing day-to-day team leadership, monitoring performance, and mentoring junior team members
• Assisting with special projects and other related duties as needed

What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days 

In the first 90 days, the successful candidate will become familiar with our systems, processes, and clients, and approach their work with confidence, curiosity, and resourcefulness. They will independently handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, maintain accurate financial records, complete reconciliations, support payroll and month-end activities, and proactively seek out information or clarification when needed. Success in this role means being dependable, organized, comfortable problem-solving in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and demonstrating a proven ability to meet tight deadlines while continuing to grow with the team.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma in accounting
• 5+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience, including 1–2 years in a leadership or mentoring role
• Experience performing bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations
• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing financial reports
• Payroll support experience, including ROEs, T4s, and payroll remittances
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets)
• Experience communicating directly with clients to provide bookkeeping and accounting guidance
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Preferred Qualifications:

• Competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000 CAD, based on experience and skills
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Monday–Friday work week
• Team lead responsibilities and opportunities for mentorship