accounting technician

Government of Canada; Brampton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent accounting professional to join their team. This role involves calculating payroll, maintaining financial records, and preparing tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial matters. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong attention to detail and effective time management skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of a vital public service while working in a supportive and organized setting. If you are reliable and client-focused, this position could be your next career step.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting is an asset.
• Attention to detail and time management are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll and maintain financial records.
• Prepare tax returns and reconcile accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Dependability

Organized

Reliability

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Computerized bookkeeping systems

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Urban area
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities Tasks

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Experience and specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan