accounting technician

Symmetry Accountancy and Financial Solutions INC.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm is seeking a detail-oriented accountant to manage payroll, financial records, and reporting. This permanent position requires a college diploma in accounting and experience using various accounting software. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating proficiency in bookkeeping and tax preparation.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of accounting experience is required.
• College diploma in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with various accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain financial records and prepare financial statements.
• Prepare tax returns and trial balance.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial Reporting

Tax Preparation

Payroll

Data Entry

Education

College diploma or certificate

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Quick Books

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

• Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

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

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Caseware / Caseview
• Database software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Quick Books
• Simply Accounting
• TaxPrep
• MS Office
• Spreadsheet
• Xero
• Sage Accounting Software
• Work Term : Permanent

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