accounting technician

Government of Canada; Town of St. Paul; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Canada is seeking an individual for an on-site accounting role. The responsibilities include payroll management, maintaining financial records, and preparing various reports. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail is crucial for this position.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts.
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Accuracy

Dependability

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College/CEGEP

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability