Zenbooks is a fully remote Canadian accounting firm founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ottawa. We serve 300+ small and mid-sized businesses coast to coast — companies in the $1M to $10M revenue range across skilled services, SaaS and tech, marketing and creative agencies, e-commerce, and non-profits. Our regulated practice operates as Zenbooks Tax Services Professional Corporation under CPA Ontario.

In 2026, we were named to the Financial Times’ Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies list. Both rankings are based on independently verified compound revenue growth. Our team has been published in the Toronto Star, Policy Options, Canadian Accountant, The Hill Times, Le Devoir, BetaKit, and the Ottawa Business Journal, and has appeared on CBC and CTV on tax policy, small business finance, and the future of the accounting profession.

Through

OpenSME, we led national advocacy for Canadian SMEs, including a 30,000-signature CRA petition that generated 25 media interviews in five days. We also hosted the Small Business Big Insights podcast, with guests including mayors and executives from Wagepoint, Mastercard, and Wealthsimple. We are seeking a highly organized Senior Accountant who is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and has a keen eye for detail.

The ideal candidate will be proactive in asking questions, eager to learn new skills, and dedicated to continuous improvement. This is a role with a clear path to Accounting Manager: you’ll be expected to take on team leadership and pod-level ownership as the firm grows, with a formal promotion on the horizon for the right person.



Manage accounting information systems and software for client organizations Mentor and coach Staff Accountants on technical accounting issues.

Build toward managing a small team of staff accountants as the firm’s practice grows. Own complex bookkeeping and vController engagements. Perform the day-to-day accounting activities to maintain client records, including accounts receivable and payables, while ensuring completeness of the records.

Enter data into accounting systems/software, while managing the integrity of information and documentation. Communicate with clients by email and video calls. Organize accounting records, financial statements, and reports to share with the client.

Identify process improvements and bring them to resolution to share with the Manager of Accounting Services. Build and manage accounting and financial systems using Zenbooks best practices and SOPs. Oversee implementation of new software (e.g., payroll, accounting, payments) and processes in client organizations.

Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and follow up on outstanding supporting documentation Preparing sales tax (GST/HST/PST) returns Perform financial statement reviews and prepare client files for year-end tax accountants Customer Service-Oriented with Excellent Communication 2-3 years of experience working in a client-facing position within public accounting ~ Familiarity with cloud accounting software (such as Xero and/or QBO) is required ~ Working from home is a requirement, including access to high-speed internet and availability during core business hours Job Type: Full-time 5 personal days + 10 vacation days + 1 week during the winter holidays ~100% employer-paid health benefits (medical, dental, disability, life insurance) and a flexible health spending account ~

📌 Senior Accountant - Implementation Project - REMOTE (Mississauga)
🏢 Zenbooks
📍 Mississauga