Accountant

Gilder Search Group; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Okotoks is seeking an experienced Accounting Technician to join their team. This role offers a supportive environment with great people, a positive culture, and strong client relationships close to home.

With at least 5 years of public practice experience, you will prepare financial statements, tax returns, and bookkeeping, and you will work directly with clients across industries to ensure accurate reporting and compliant, personalized service.

Qualifications

• Proficient with CaseWare, Profile, Sage, QuickBooks Desktop and QBO.
• Excellent organization, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and client‑focused communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and working papers using CaseWare.
• Complete personal tax returns using Profile software.
• Handle compilation engagements, bookkeeping, and GST returns.
• Communicate with clients to address questions and provide guidance.
• Collaborate with the owner and team to ensure quality standards.
• Support receptionist duties, including answering phones and greeting clients.

Skills

Client communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

CaseWare

Profile

Sage

QuickBooks Desktop

QBO

Job description

Our client, a well-established small public accounting firm in Okotoks, is seeking an experienced Accounting Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive environment with great people, a positive culture, and strong client relationships. If you are looking for meaningful work that is close to home without the downtown commute, this could be the role for you!

As an Accounting Technician with at least 5 years of public practice experience, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting activities including bookkeeping, corporate financial statements, personal income tax returns, etc. You will work directly with clients across industries, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and personalized service. This role will also require providing vacation relief and backup support for the receptionist / administrative assistant.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and working papers using CaseWare.
• Complete personal tax returns using Profile software.
• Handle compilation engagements, bookkeeping, and GST returns as required.
• Communicate directly with clients in order to address questions, provide guidance, and deliver excellent service.
• Collaborate with the firm’s owner and team members to ensure that quality standards are met.
• Support the receptionist / administrative assistant in performing tasks such as answering telephones and greeting clients.

Qualifications

• Proficient with using CaseWare, Profile, Sage, QuickBooks Desktop, and QBO software.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused approach.