Accounting Technician

Sb-Partners; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks' vacation annually

40 hours personal/family leave

RRSP/TFSA program

Half Day Fridays in July & August

Office closure between December 24–Jan

Annual fitness stipend

Company events & swag

Casual Dress Fridays

37.5 hour workweek

Job summary

SB Partners LLP in Burlington, Ontario seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to support accounting and tax compliance for a diverse client base. You will prepare working papers, financial data, tax returns, and government filings with accuracy and independence, managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

The role emphasizes client service, timely communication, and adherence to firm procedures.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 2+ years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience in a public accounting firm, preferred.
• Strong client service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organized and dependable with strong follow-through.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and documentation requirements.
• Working knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal tax compliance requirements.
• Experience using Excel.
• Demonstrate ability to use Document Management Tools.
• Proven ability to manage multiple files and deadlines during busy periods.
• Experience using CaseWare and Taxprep software is considered an asset.
• Experience using QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online and Simply Accounting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform basic bookkeeping and account reconciliations, as required.
• Prepare compilation engagements, which includes preparing working paper files and corporate income tax returns in adherence with the firm’s formal policies and procedures.
• Prepare personal tax returns, trust returns, T4s, T5s.
• Prepare and file HST returns.
• Communicate professionally with clients to obtain information and respond to routine inquiries.
• Correspond with the Canada Revenue Agency relating to personal tax and corporate tax inquiries.
• Manage competing deadlines for multiple partners and managers while providing quality service to clients.
• Regularly communicate with managers on status of files.
• Identify issues, gather relevant information, and escalate matters appropriately when required.
• Assess file workload and communicate budget updates to manager.
• Ensure time worked on each file is accurately recorded in practice management system.
• Maintain technical knowledge and apply firm procedures consistently and accurately.
• Additional duties, as assigned

Skills

2+ years public accounting

Strong communication

Organized and dependable

Excel proficiency

Document management tools

CaseWare

Taxprep

QuickBooks

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

CaseWare

Taxprep

QuickBooks Desktop

QuickBooks Online

Simply Accounting

Job description

SB Partners LLP is a full-service Chartered Professional Public Accounting firm located in Burlington, Ontario. For over 50 years, SB Partners has served a diverse set of clients and is one of the leading independent CPA firms in the GTA. Our primary client base is entrepreneurial, owner-managed businesses, corporate subsidiaries, and not-for-profit organizations.

Enjoy the rewards and possibilities of working with a team of dedicated, values-driven colleagues who support you and celebrate your accomplishments. Your role will be integral in making a difference in the lives of the team and your clients, along with creating a positive impact in the community.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Accounting Technician to join the team at SB Partners LLP.

Purpose of the position:

As an Accounting Technician, you will provide accounting and tax compliance support to a variety of clients. This role is focused on the accurate preparation of working paper files, financial information, tax returns, and government filings in accordance with firm policies and professional standards. The successful candidate will leverage their public accounting experience to prepare client files independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Ability to perform basic bookkeeping and account reconciliations, as required
• Prepare compilation engagements, which includes preparing working paper files and corporate income tax returns in adherence with the firm’s formal policies and procedures
• Prepare personal tax returns, trust returns, T4s, T5s
• Prepare and file HST returns
• Communicate professionally with clients to obtain information and respond to routine inquiries
• Correspond with the Canada Revenue Agency relating to personal tax and corporate tax inquiries
• Manage competing deadlines for multiple partners and managers while providing quality service to clients
• Regularly communicate with managers on status of files
• Identify issues, gather relevant information, and escalate matters appropriately when required
• Assess file workload and communicate budget updates to manager
• Ensure time worked on each file is accurately recorded in practice management system
• Maintain technical knowledge and apply firm procedures consistently and accurately
• Additional duties, as assigned

What you offer:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 2+ years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience in a public accounting firm, preferred
• Strong client service and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organized and dependable with strong follow-through
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and documentation requirements
• Working knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal tax compliance requirements
• Experience using Excel
• Demonstrate ability to use Document Management Tools
• Proven ability to manage multiple files and deadlines during busy periods
• Experience using CaseWare and Taxprep software is considered an asset
• Experience using QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online and Simply Accounting is considered an asset

What we offer:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually
• 40 hours of personal/family leave annually
• RRSP/TFSA Program
• Half Day Fridays in July and August
• Office Closure between December 24th-January 1st (in addition to your vacation time)
• Annual Fitness Stipend
• Company Events & Swag
• Casual Dress Fridays
• 37.5 hour workweek, additional hours beyond the standard as required during February, March, and April to meet objectives & deadlines

SB Partners LLP is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective provincial human rights codes throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

This posting is to fill a newly created position. The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $60,000 per year. Compensation within the posted range will be based on the successful candidate's qualifications, experience and skills.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.