Cloud Accounting Specialist

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 Cloud Accounting Specialist to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.
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
The Cloud Accounting Specialist supports clients through cloud‑based bookkeeping, reporting, and advisory services. The role focuses on accurate financial data, efficient processes, and practical insights. This person works closely with clients and internal teams to maintain clean books, streamline workflows, and enable better decision‑making. This position plays a key role in onboarding new clients to cloud systems and building internal capability by training and developing staff.
Client accounting & reporting
Maintains full cycle bookkeeping and payroll functions using cloud accounting platforms (QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage Intacct, Wagepoint, etc)
Records transactions, reconciles accounts, and ensures data accuracy and completeness
Reviews, reconciles and organizes historical accounting records for catch-up and clean-up projects
Identify issues and errors and investigate discrepancies for discussion with supervisor for resolutions
Acts as a day-to-day contact for client questions and issue resolution
Cloud system setup & optimization
Leads onboarding of new clients into cloud accounting services
Transitions clients from desktop or manual processes to cloud solutions
Cleans up historical data and establishes accurate opening balances
Builds standardized, scalable workflows for new engagements
Trains clients on systems, processes, and best practices for recordkeeping
Identifies trends, risks, and opportunities in financial data
Responds to client inquiries and resolves accounting issues in a timely manner
Provides guidance on best practices for recordkeeping and system use
Compliance & year‑end support
Maintains audit‑ready files and supporting documentation
Assists with T4s, WCB, HST/GST filings, payroll remittances, and other compliance tasks
Supports year-end file preparation and coordination with tax and assurance teams
Client Relationships
Lead, mentor, train and develop staff, while providing direction and support to Managers.
Build high-performing teams through coaching, feedback, performance management and knowledge sharing.
Practice and professional development.
Lead practice and professional development initiatives that strengthen technical capability, consistency, efficiency and collaboration across the firm.
Support continuous improvement by advancing firm processes, innovation and operational effectiveness.
Training & Staff Development
Mentors and supports junior staff on client files and cloud tools
Reviews work and provides clear, actionable feedback
Delivers training on cloud systems, workflows, and bookkeeping standards
Shares best practices and drives consistency across engagements
Practice and Professional Development
Standardizes workflows and templates across client engagements
Contributes to development of internal SOPs and training materials
Identifies inefficiencies and implements scalable solutions
Identifies opportunities to expand services based on client needs
Builds strong client relationships and contributes to retention
What you bring to the table
Diploma or degree in Bookkeeping, Accounting, Finance, or related field is considered an asset.
2–5 years of bookkeeping or cloud accounting experience in public accounting or a similar environment
Progress toward or completion of CPA designation is an asset but not required
Produces accurate, well‑organized financial records
Communicates clearly with non‑accounting stakeholders
Manages multiple clients and deadlines effectively
Solves problems independently and escalates when needed
Adapts quickly to new systems and client environments
Strong experience with cloud accounting systems (QuickBooks Online preferred)
Experience with app integrations (e.g., Dext, Hubdoc, Wagepoint, Plooto, Shopify)
Experience with CaseWare and desktop accounting software is an asset
Advanced Excel skills (data cleanup, pivot tables, basic analysis)
Comfort with digital workflows and document management tools
Where you’ll work:
We are currently hiring for our office in Guelph, ON
Job type:
Fixed Term, Full-time for 18 months with the possibility of an extension.
Start Date: Flexible, September or October.
Your Schedule:
September to June: Monday to Friday, standard hours are 7.5 hours per day. Hours increase during peak season, January to April.
July and August: Monday to Thursday, 7.5 hours per day.

Employment type
Fixed Term

Work arrangement
No