accounting technician

CIMT COLLEGE; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an experienced Accounting Professional. Responsibilities include calculating payroll, maintaining financial records, and preparing tax returns. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. This role requires working on-site, with no remote options.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain financial records and balance accounts.
• Prepare tax returns and financial reports.

Skills

Accounting software

Quick Books

MS Office

Education

College diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

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
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Reconcile accounts
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
  
  

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Quick Books
• MS Office
  
  

Area of specialization

• Accounting
  
  

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
  
  

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits