Accounting Technician

Welch LLP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Welch LLP, a leading accounting firm in Ottawa, is seeking an Accounting Technician for their US Tax team. The role involves bookkeeping, tax return preparation, and client communication. Candidates should have accounting experience and strong attention to detail, with an opportunity to grow within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting experience required.
• Experience with compilation engagements, T1s, and T2s is a strong asset.
• Previous experience in a public accounting firm is also a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, investments, accounts payable and receivable.
• Complete personal US tax returns and cross-border.
• Prepare HST, WSIB, payroll filings and conduct bookkeeping tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting or bookkeeping

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Accounting and tax software

Job description

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP

Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to our successis continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace.With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.

We offer our employees invaluable prospects:possibilityfor growth and advancement;varietyto explore different career paths;opportunityto specialize and deepen skills;andflexibilityof work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.

Grounded in a values-led culture(care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.

National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm

Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec,Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves.Welch ranks as the 14^thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.

About the Opportunity

Welch LLP is currently looking for an Accounting Technician to join our US Tax team who will primarily focus on providing bookkeeping and accounting services to our clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, investments, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Completion of personal US tax returns and cross border.
• Preparation of regular external filings such as HST, WSIB, and payroll, and completion of routine account analysis and bookkeeping tasks following established processes.
• Supervised preparation and review of working paper files, financial statements and income tax returns for compilation engagements.
• Identifying issues and errors, investigating discrepancies, discussing with managers, and developing solutions to resolve the errors.
• Responding to requests and correcting errors identified by managers, senior managers, associates or partners in a timely manner.
• Effective communication with our clients, partners, and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of practical, comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting experience
• Experience with compilation engagements, T1s, and T2s, is considered a strong asset.
• Completion of post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting or bookkeeping
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel and Word).
• Experience with audit, accounting and tax software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
• High attention to detail
• Previous experience working in a public accounting firm is considered a strong asset

Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.