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Pay: CA$60,000.00 - CA$75,000.00 per year Job description: Accounting Technician — Public Practice We are seeking an experienced Accounting Technician to join our public-practice team in Sherwood Park, Alberta. We are looking for a CPA or non-designated accountant with 3+ years of public-practice experience who is comfortable managing a variety of accounting, tax, and client-service responsibilities. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, organized, resourceful, and able to work independently while maintaining a high standard of client service. What We’re Looking For Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounting transactions 3+ years of experience in a public-practice accounting environment Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills A professional approach and commitment to providing exceptional client service Experience with Caseware, Jazz-It, TaxCycle, and QuickBooks CPA designation is an asset but is not required What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like Your responsibilities will include a variety of accounting, tax, bookkeeping, and client-service activities, including: Preparing personal and corporate tax returns, including T1, T2, and T3 returns Preparing GST returns Preparing Compilation Engagements (4200) Preparing year-end adjusting entries and account reconciliations for corporations Providing bookkeeping services for corporations and proprietorships as required Communicating with clients and meeting with them to obtain information and explain their tax returns Preparing tax plans and estimating/projecting tax instalments Responding to CRA audits and requests for information Preparing adjustment requests and following projects through to completion Processing payroll, preparing payroll slips, and filing Records of Employment (ROEs) Preparing annual information slips, including T4, T5, T5018, and T4A Assisting with other accounting and tax projects as required We are looking for someone who is interested in building a long-term career with one employer and becoming an important part of our team. This is primarily an in-office position in Sherwood Park, with the possibility of some work-from-home flexibility depending on operational needs. Benefits Extended health care Disability insurance Life insurance On-site parking Work Location: In person — Sherwood Park, Alberta Benefits: Disability insurance Extended health and dental care Life insurance On-site parking Work Location: In office

What you’ll do

The role involves preparing personal and corporate tax returns, GST returns, and compilation engagements. Additionally, the technician will handle bookkeeping, payroll processing, and direct communication with clients regarding tax planning and CRA audits.

Requirements

Candidates need 3+ years of public-practice accounting experience and proficiency with tools like Caseware and QuickBooks. A CPA designation is considered an asset but is not required.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care • Dental Care • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • On-site Parking

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tax Preparation
• Bookkeeping
• Corporate Tax
• Personal Tax
• GST Returns
• Compilation Engagements
• Account Reconciliation
• Payroll Processing
• Client Service
• Caseware
• Jazz-It
• TaxCycle
• QuickBooks
• CRA Audit Response
• Tax Planning
• Financial Reporting

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting