accountant

Jerry K. Wong Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Vancouver-based accounting firm is seeking a skilled Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and CPA accreditation, along with 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting. You will oversee balance sheets, manage payroll, and provide financial advice while working in a dynamic environment. This is a full-time role with a competitive hourly wage of $40.00 and a focus on accuracy and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site amenities

Paid time off

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Must have a CPA designation and a Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Plan and administer accounting systems.
• Prepare financial information for audits and clients.
• Conduct field audits to ensure compliance.
• Provide financial advice and manage payroll.

Skills

Accurate

Client focus

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent written communication

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Ability to multitask

Adaptability

Due diligence

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

CANTAX

Simply Accounting

QuickBooks

MS Office

MS Excel

TaxPrep

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Job Title

Accountant

Posted

December 15, 2025

Employer

Jerry K. Wong Ltd

Location

Vancouver, BC V6H 1A7 (On site)

Salary

$40.00 per hour; 35 to 40 hours per week

Employment

Permanent, Full time

Schedule

Morning, Day, Shift

Start Date

Starts as soon as possible

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Credentials

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• CANTAX
• Simply Accounting
• QuickBooks
• MS Office
• Internet
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• TaxPrep
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Outlook
• Sage Accounting Software

Work Setting

• Accounting firm
• Private sector

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Underwrite new issues of stocks and bonds
• 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
• Oversee payroll administration

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Work Conditions

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload
• Large workload

Personal Suitability

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

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups. Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Persons with disabilities: awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Newcomers and refugees: diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment
• Young people: awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Veterans: awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Indigenous people: cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment
• Mature workers: workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
• Visible minorities: diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment

Who can apply for this job?

• A Canadian citizen
• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Advertised until

2026-01-05

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.