Accounting Technician - CPA Firm

KATIMAVIK; Laval; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

On-site parking

Job summary

KATIMAVIK, a well-established CPA firm in Laval, is looking for an experienced Accounting Technician seeking a professional, supportive environment with long-term prospects. You will enter and process data, manage payables/receivables, perform bank reconciliations, assist with month-end closings and financial statements, and support tax returns as needed.

Requirements include 2+ years in accounting, French fluency, basic English, proficient MS Office, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written.
• Functional English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process accounting data in the existing systems.
• Manage accounts payable and receivables; prepare bank reconciliations.
• Participate in month-end closing processes and compilation engagements.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and GST/QST returns.
• Support CPAs and colleagues to ensure quality client service.

Skills

French language

Communication skills

English (functional)

Education

Training in administration or accounting

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Acomba

CaseWare

Taxprep

Job description

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN – CPA FIRM

A stable position in a human-sized firm, with excellent benefits and a great work-life balance.

Our client is a well-established CPA firm located in Laval, led by a partner and recognized for the quality of its client support.

The firm is looking for an experienced accounting technician who seeks a professional, supportive, and flexible environment with long-term career prospects.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for various accounting tasks for a diverse clientele:

• Enter and process accounting data in the existing systems;
• Manage accounts payable and receivables;Prepare bank reconciliations and participate in month-end closing processes;Participate in the preparation of financial statements;Participate in compilation engagements, based on your experience and interest, in collaboration with the firm's CPAs;Prepare GST/QST returns and other government remittances;Monitor accounting and tax deadlines;Collaborate with CPAs and other team members to ensure quality client service;Opportunity to participate in personal income tax returns during tax season;Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and progressively develop your responsibilities based on your experience and interests. interests.

THE DESIRED PROFILE

• Training in administration, accounting, or a related field;
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a firm or professional environment;
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written;
• Functional English, an asset;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Acomba, or CaseWare, Taxprep, an asset;
• Rigorous, autonomous, discreet, and excellent organizational skills;
• Team spirit and excellent communication skills;
• Professional approach and commitment to customer service clientele.

WHY JOIN THIS FIRM?

Permanent, long-term position
Human-sized firm led by two accessible partners
35 to 37.5 hours per week
4 days per week in July and August
3 weeks of vacation or more, depending on experience
Salary of $55,000 to $70,000+, depending on experience
Flexible and supportive work environment
On-site parking
A professional and collaborative team
A genuine commitment to work-life balance

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A STABLE, HIGH-QUALITY JOB?

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.