accounting technician

Mark Zhang Professional Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the private sector is seeking an entry-level professional for bookkeeping tasks in Calgary. The position involves payroll calculation, financial record maintenance, and tax preparation, requiring a high school diploma and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will thrive in high-pressure situations with attention to detail and client focus.

Qualifications

• Experience of 1 to less than 7 months in a related field required.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Client-focused approach with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Prepare tax returns and trial balance of books.
• Maintain financial records and reconcile accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  
  

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Work setting

• Private sector
  
  

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
  
  

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
  
  

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication