Junior Bookkeeper

Junior Bookkeeper (Full-Time, In-office
- Calgary) 40 hours per week | No overtime | $42,000–$50,000 About SummitPath At SummitPath, our purpose is to give business owners peace of mind. We deliver an exceptional, collaborative bookkeeping experience so our clients can sleep better at night knowing someone they trust is looking out for them and their business. Our team builds deep relationships with clients, communicates clearly, and takes ownership of getting things done right. We don’t just keep books — we help people feel confident about their numbers and their decisions. The Role Reporting to the Bookkeeping Lead and working closely with Senior Bookkeepers, the Junior Bookkeeper plays an important role in delivering a high-trust client experience. You will learn the fundamentals of full-cycle bookkeeping by classifying transactions, performing reconciliations, preparing month-end financial information for senior review, and supporting client onboarding. This is an entry-level position designed for someone eager to learn and grow within an established structure. You’ll follow established processes, develop your technical skills, and build your client communication abilities under the guidance of experienced bookkeepers. The role has extensive professional growth opportunity with the goal of increasing your role on the service delivery team quickly. This is a full-time, in-office position based in Calgary. The role is 40 hours per week with no overtime expectations. What You’ll Do Bookkeeping and Reconciliations
· Classify transactions and maintain general ledgers for review by Senior Bookkeepers
· Reconcile bank and credit card accounts for review by Senior Bookkeepers
· Ensure transactions recorded have relevant supporting documentation attached and accurate descriptions
· Record sales tax on transactions accurately
· Perform data input of payroll
· Prepare month-end financial statement packages for internal review Client Support and Administration
· Perform basic bookkeeping administrative tasks (e.g. invoicing and collections)
· Participate actively in client onboarding meetings and take clear, accurate notes
· Maintain organized client records
· Stay compliant with relevant federal and provincial requirements Learning and Growth
· Complete QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor training within your first month of employment
· Follow established processes and checklists to ensure consistency and accuracy
· Be teachable and receptive to training and coaching from peers and leaders
· Build your communication skills with both clients and the internal team
· Live the SummitPath core values in your day-to-day work What You Bring
· Diploma, certificate, or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration an asset
· No prior bookkeeping experience required — we train you from the ground up
· Ability to understand and learn basic accounting theory
· Ability to learn QuickBooks Online quickly
· Proficient knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft applications
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both internal and external
· Detail-oriented with high standards for accuracy
· Problem solver with a can-do attitude who takes ownership and follows through
· Eager to learn, teachable, and motivated to grow into a Bookkeeper role
· Someone who inherently lives values like trust, ownership, and looking out for clients Where This Role Leads SummitPath uses a defined leadership pipeline — Junior Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper, Senior Bookkeeper, Bookkeeping Lead — so you always know what the next step looks like and what it takes to get there. Each level builds on the one before it. With roughly a year of experience, Junior Bookkeepers typically progress to Bookkeeper: working with minimal oversight, making adjusting journal entries, reconciling independently, processing payroll, and completing GST/HST reconciliations. We review your progress against the pipeline semi-annually.

What We Offer
· Salary range: $42,000–$50,000, based on experience
· Vacation: two weeks
· Health Care Spending Account: $2,500
· Full-time, stable employment (40 hours/week, no overtime culture)
· QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification
· Training, mentorship, and support from an experienced team
· Meaningful client relationships and work that helps business owners sleep better at night If you care about people as much as you care about clean books — and you take pride in being someone clients can rely on — you’ll feel at home here.