Accounting Technician, Indigenous EASE Services

ACCA Careers; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a diverse team as an Accounting Technician with Indigenous EASE Services at a leading company. Utilize cutting-edge technology to provide services including bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting. The role emphasizes collaboration, relationship management, and understanding Indigenous culture, aiming for significant community impact.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Bonus programs

4 paid personal days

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum two years bookkeeping experience required.
• Experience with Indigenous clients and cloud accounting packages is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full cycle bookkeeping and payroll functions.
• Prepare and maintain payroll and government remittances.
• Identify issues and discuss resolutions with supervisors.

Skills

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Financial Reporting

Payroll Administration

Communication

Education

Accounting Certificate or Bachelor's in Commerce

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Sage 50

Sage 300

QBO

Xero

Job description

Job Details

Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Indigenous EASE Services team as an Accounting Technician. This diverse team of professionals works with more than 250 Indigenous peoples, groups and organizations across Canada and shares a passion for learning and understanding their history, culture and contributions to our country. As a trusted advisor, you’ll use cutting-edge technology to deliver a full suite of services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, financial reporting and payroll administration.*Note that this role is not suitable for someone looking to pursue their CPA designation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full cycle bookkeeping and payroll functions for MNP clients
• Prepare and maintain payroll and related government remittances/filings, recording of sales, accounts receivable, expenses, accounts payable, payroll and Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) transactions
• Set up client files and assist with the completion of budgets and administrative planning
• Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts including cash, bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued liabilities and intercompany and point of sale (POS)/system uploads
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies, discuss with supervisor or engagement partner to develop resolutions
• Communicate with governments regarding information requests, assessments and installments
• Work collaboratively and develop and maintain relationships with clients and team members
• Occasional travel to various local office locations and client premises may be required

Skills and Experience

• Accounting certificate or a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting, finance or management information systems (MIS) major is considered an asset)
• Minimum two years of bookkeeping experience
• Experience executing accounting system implementations; conversion experience moving from desktop-based products to cloud applications is preferred
• Experience working with Indigenous clients is considered an asset
• Experience working with desktop-based small business accounting packages, including QuickBooks Desktop, Sage 50, Sage 300, Xyntax, Adagio and/or other legacy desktop products
• Experience working with cloud-based accounting packages is considered an asset (e.g., QBO, Xero, Sage Intacct)
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Image editing software (i.e., GIMP, Snag It)

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.