Accountant

We are a small public accounting firm providing full public accounting services to small businesses and individuals primarily in Alberta. As an Accountant you will work closely with clients and all levels of team members to develop your technical skills and get immersed in our workflow procedures and standards. There is opportunity for upward movement and continual advancement within the firm.ResponsibilitiesPrepare year end compilation engagementsPrepare personal and corporate tax returns, as well as GST returnsProcess T4’s and payroll clients, as neededAssist with specialized tax and consulting projectsAs needed, preform bookkeeping tasks such as posting transactions, making corrections,completing reconciliations, and client trainingCommunicate with clients via phone and emailHandle client meetings as neededComfortable working with CRA to resolve and answer questions for clientsPerform some administrative tasks as neededWork as a team player with your manager and colleaguesQualificationsUniversity graduate with a degree in accounting or finance, with CPA Designation in Canada.Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in a public accounting is a must haveCRA audit experience a must, as well as GST returnsEnergetic work ethic to maintain a high level of productivityComfortable using technology and learning new programsExperience with QuickBooks (Online and Desktop) and other bookkeeping software programs,Office 365, tax programs (ie. Taxcyle or Taxprep) and CaseWareOrganized and pays close attention to detailStrong writing, listening and speaking skillsPunctual and dependableCommitment to quality and constant improvement, with a willingness to learn and growAbility to work independently in a fast pasted and growing companyResourceful with strong problem solving and time management skills