Bookkeeping roles in Toronto span accounting firms, professional services, and the thousands of SMBs across the GTA that need reliable, accurate financial record-keeping without hiring a full CPA. The employers and agencies below are actively posting bookkeeping roles right now, from entry-level accounts payable to full-charge bookkeeper positions at owner-led firms.
Toronto employers currently hiring bookkeepers
Sourced from Indeed Canada and employer career pages as of May 2026.
MNP LLP
Bookkeeper / Accounting Technician · Toronto, ON · Full-time
MNP is one of Canada's largest national accounting and business advisory firms, with a substantial Toronto presence after its merger with Collins Barrow. MNP hires bookkeeping and accounting technician staff to support its assurance and tax practices, particularly for SMB clients. QuickBooks Online and Sage 50 experience is valued. MNP offers a clear path from bookkeeping technician roles toward CPA support roles for candidates pursuing designation.
View openings at MNP →BDO Canada
Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper · Toronto, ON · Full-time
BDO Canada's Toronto offices serve a large portfolio of owner-managed businesses and regularly hire bookkeeping and accounting technician staff to support client files. Duties typically include bank reconciliations, payroll processing, GST/HST filings, and monthly financial statement preparation. BDO offers structured training and a defined path toward CPA designation support.
View openings at BDO Canada →KPMG Canada
Bookkeeper / Finance Associate · Toronto, ON · Full-time
KPMG Canada's Enterprise practice (which focuses on mid-market and private company clients) hires finance and bookkeeping associates to support outsourced accounting engagements. Roles involve working with clients' QuickBooks or Xero files, preparing management reports, and supporting month-end closes. KPMG offers a strong brand name for candidates building their early accounting career.
View openings at KPMG →Hays Finance (Staffing)
Bookkeeper Placements · Toronto, ON · Contract and permanent
Hays Finance specializes in placing accounting and finance professionals across the GTA. Bookkeeper placements range from part-time roles at small businesses to full-charge bookkeeper positions at mid-sized companies. Hays often has access to roles that are not publicly posted, making registration worthwhile even if you do not see an immediate match.
View openings at Hays Finance →Vaco Canada
Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable Clerk · Toronto, ON · Contract and direct hire
Vaco Canada's Toronto finance practice places bookkeepers and accounting clerks across industries including real estate, construction, professional services, and technology. Vaco focuses on mid-market clients and often places candidates into companies that grow into permanent accounting hires over a 6–12 month contract engagement.
View openings at Vaco →Toronto-Area SMBs (via Indeed)
Full-Charge Bookkeeper · GTA · Full-time and part-time
Hundreds of small and mid-sized businesses across Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, and Markham post bookkeeper roles directly on Indeed. These roles often involve owning the full accounting cycle: A/P, A/R, payroll, bank recs, HST filing, and month-end reporting. Owner-managed firms value reliability and QuickBooks Online proficiency above all else. Many part-time roles are designed for 20–25 hours per week and suit candidates who serve multiple SMB clients.
Search bookkeeper jobs on Indeed →What bookkeepers in Toronto actually earn
Hourly bookkeeper rates in Toronto range from $22–$32/hr depending on experience, software proficiency, and employer type. Accounting firms typically pay $22–$28/hr for entry-to-mid-level technicians. Full-charge bookkeepers handling the complete accounting cycle at owner-managed businesses earn $26–$32/hr, with senior full-charge roles at $55,000–$75,000 annually.
Candidates holding the CPB Canada (Certified Professional Bookkeeper) designation from the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada can command the upper end of the range. Self-employed bookkeepers serving multiple SMB clients often charge $45–$75/hr on contract.
For broader compensation benchmarks relevant to SMB employers setting bookkeeper pay, see our guide on competitive salaries at Canadian SMBs.
Software skills Toronto bookkeeping employers require
QuickBooks Online is the dominant platform for SMB bookkeeping in Canada, appearing in the majority of Toronto bookkeeper postings. Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) remains common at manufacturing, construction, and older established businesses. Xero is increasingly requested at tech-forward SMBs and startups.
Payroll processing within QuickBooks or via a payroll platform (Ceridian Dayforce, ADP Workforce Now) is an asset for full-charge bookkeeper roles. Knowledge of CRA's My Business Account portal for filing HST returns and payroll remittances online is expected for candidates managing SMB clients independently.
The CPB Canada designation and why it matters
The Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation from the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (IPBC) is the recognized benchmark credential for Canadian bookkeepers. It requires demonstrated knowledge of full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll, and HST, plus a practical exam. CPB holders can display the designation on client proposals and resumes.
For candidates targeting accounting firm roles or self-employment, the CPB is a meaningful differentiator. For candidates at staffing agencies or SMB roles, demonstrated QuickBooks proficiency and experience often outweigh formal designation in the short term. Pursuing the CPB while working is a viable path given the IPBC's flexible study options.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a bookkeeper and an accountant in Canada?
Bookkeepers record, categorize, and reconcile financial transactions on an ongoing basis. They produce the data that accountants use. Accountants (particularly CPAs) interpret that data, prepare financial statements, file corporate taxes, and provide strategic financial advice. In Ontario, the CPA designation is protected — a bookkeeper cannot call themselves an accountant or prepare audit-ready financial statements without it.
Do I need a degree or diploma to become a bookkeeper in Toronto?
No formal degree is required. Many Toronto bookkeepers hold a college diploma in accounting or business administration from a college like Seneca, George Brown, or Centennial. Others qualify through work experience and software training. The CPB designation from IPBC is the professional credential specific to bookkeeping and does not require a university degree to pursue.
Which software is most important for bookkeeping jobs in Toronto?
QuickBooks Online is the most requested software by a significant margin among Toronto SMB and accounting firm postings. Sage 50 is the secondary standard. Xero is growing in tech-adjacent businesses. Proficiency in any two of these puts you in a strong position for most Toronto bookkeeper postings.
Can I work as a bookkeeper part-time or as a freelancer in Toronto?
Yes. Part-time bookkeeper roles (20–25 hours per week) are common among Toronto SMBs that do not need a full-time hire. Many experienced bookkeepers serve three to five SMB clients independently on a contract basis, typically billing $45–$75/hr. QuickBooks Online Accountant and Xero Advisor accounts allow freelance bookkeepers to manage multiple client files from one dashboard.
What HST filing responsibilities do bookkeepers typically handle for small businesses?
Full-charge bookkeepers at Ontario SMBs routinely prepare and file quarterly or annual HST returns via CRA's My Business Account, reconcile the HST payable account, and flag large input tax credit claims for CPA review. Bookkeepers do not file corporate income tax returns (that requires a CPA), but they prepare the year-end working papers and adjusted trial balance that the CPA uses.