accountant

Faber Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An accounting firm is seeking candidates to manage financial statements and analyze client financial records. The role demands attention to detail and understanding of compliance. Ideal candidates should have accounting qualifications and proficiency in accounting software. This position is strictly on-site in Edmonton, Canada.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting is an asset.
• Proficient in accounting software.
• Ability to conduct field audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Analyze clients' financial records.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare financial statements and reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Accurate

Organized

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

Simply Accounting

Quick Books

MS Excel

TaxPrep

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years, or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting: Accounting firm

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Reconcile accounts
• Post journal entries
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Simply Accounting
• Quick Books
• Caseware/Caseview
• MS Excel
• TaxPrep
• Xero
• Sage Accounting Software

Area of specialization

• External audit
• Accounting

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities