Accounting Technician - Thompson

Baker Tilly Canada; Thompson; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a full-time Accounting Technician for its Thompson office. The role offers diverse responsibilities including assurance engagements and tax preparation, with support for candidates on their journey toward CPA designation. Applicants will gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment tailored for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for education towards CPA designation

Qualifications

• Base level of accounting knowledge preferred.
• Some experience in accounting is desirable.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete assurance engagements directly performing assurance procedures.
• Prepare personal and corporate income tax returns.
• Assist with client file preparation in a paperless environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Interest in accounting education

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Baker Tilly HMA LLP and its predecessor firm have been providing professional services across Manitoba since 1957. In that time, the firm’s contingent has grown significantly, and we are proud to have built a group of talented, ambitious professionals who are passionate about what we do and committed to exceeding the expectations of clients.

Our client base is exceptionally diverse and includes local owner-managed businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governments, professionals and individuals. We have industry experience in Indigenous services, automotive dealerships, medical professionals, legal professionals, insurance brokerages, not-for-profits, hospitality and tourism, real estate, construction, retail and others.

We have strong community roots and believe in providing our clients with high quality personalized services. Our success depends upon attracting, developing and retaining strong professionals and clients. Baker Tilly will help you achieve more than you thought possible.

Baker Tilly HMA LLP is looking for a full-time and permanent Accounting Technician to join our firm located out of our Thompson office.

Whether an experienced entry level candidate, or someone looking to start out on their journey towards a CPA designation, Baker Tilly is the place to develop your career.

We’ll support your development as an accountant every step of the way, providing you with the real-life experience you need to become an accredited CPA or expert accounting technician. Whilst classrooms and accounting theory are important, the collective experience made available to junior staff through our existing staff will take you to the next level, mentoring you at every stage on a wide variety of projects

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Filling an important role in the completion of assurance engagements for a variety of clients directly performing assurance procedures using established processes.
• Review client information and prepare query lists
• Assist with the completion of personal and corporate income tax returns
• Prepare client files in a paperless environment
• A variety of basic analysis on client files
• Growth of your knowledge and professional skill set
  
  
  

A successful candidate will have:

• A base level of accounting knowledge and some experience preferred
• Good written and verbal communication skills with individuals at all levels
• Strong analytical skills along with attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop
• An awareness of, or experience with accounting software
• Interest in obtaining additional education in accounting
• Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically MS Excel
  
  
  

Application Information:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience and qualifications and the opportunity to excel in a dynamic public accounting environment.

This role is based full time within our Thompson office. If you are interested in applying for this position, please click here.

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