Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant

Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant

Location: Milton, ON (In-Office)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About C&P Partners CPA

C&P Partners CPA is a boutique accounting firm serving entrepreneurs, privately held businesses, and individuals across the GTA. The firm provides comprehensive bookkeeping, tax preparation, compliance, and advisory services. Our approach combines technical precision with practical business insight to support long-term client growth.

Position Overview

C&P Partners CPA is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant with at least two years of hands-on bookkeeping or general accounting experience, ideally gained within a CPA or public accounting firm.

This role is focused on full-cycle bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial reporting for a portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable and comfortable managing multiple client files in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping - Accounting

• Maintain accurate general ledgers for multiple clients
• Record day-to-day financial transactions (AP, AR, payroll, expenses)
• Perform monthly reconciliations (bank, credit card, intercompany accounts)
• Prepare and post journal entries and working papers
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues proactively
• Support accountants with year-end file preparation

Tax & Compliance Support

• Prepare and assist with GST/HST filings
• Support T1 and T2 tax preparation (working papers and documentation)
• Assist with payroll remittances and statutory filings (WSIB, CRA, etc.)
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with firm procedures and applicable Canadian tax, payroll and compliance requirements.

Client Support

• Communicate with clients to collect financial data and documentation
• Perform bookkeeping clean-up and catch-up work when required
• Maintain organized digital records and ensure confidentiality
• Support senior accountants during peak periods (e.g., tax season)

Qualifications

• At least two years of bookkeeping or general accounting experience, ideally within a CPA or public accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle bookkeeping
• Experience with GST/HST and basic tax support (T1/T2 exposure preferred)
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll and compliance requirements
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, etc.)
• Experience with tax software (TaxPrep, Profile, etc.) is an asset
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or related field

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Professional communication skills
• High level of discretion and confidentiality

Why Join C&P Partners CPA

• Exposure to a diverse client base across multiple industries
• Direct mentorship from experienced CPAs
• Strong learning environment with growth potential
• Collaborative, supportive team culture