Accounts Assistant

Jenson Fisher; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and innovative firm of Chartered Accountants in Southwestern Ontario is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a permanent, full-time position. The role involves managing a portfolio of clients, assisting with accounts preparation, VAT and corporation tax returns, and payroll. Ideal candidates may pursue accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CA. Strong skills in accounting software like Xero and Sage are beneficial. This is a great opportunity with a reputable employer.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge in accounts preparation for various types of businesses.
• Experience in preparing VAT and corporation tax returns.
• Willingness to shadow senior team members to learn complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts preparation for partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare VAT and corporation tax returns as required.
• Support payroll processes and attend client premises as needed.

Skills

Accounts preparation

VAT returns

Corporation tax returns

Payroll assistance

Xero

Sage

Education

ACCA, CA or similar qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

Jenson Fisher are delighted to be working with our long established client, a dynamic and innovative firm of Chartered Accountants, to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a permanent, full time basis. Reporting into the Senior Manager, you will manage your own portfolio of clients and provide key client contact when resolving any accounts queries. You may be looking to progress with your accounting qualifications (ACCA, CA or similar) although this is not essential.

On a daily basis your responsibilities will include :

• Assist with accounts preparation for partnerships, sole traders and limited companies.
• Preparation of VAT returns.
• Corporation tax returns as required.
• Assist with payroll.
• Shadow senior members of the team with more complex tasks to broaden your exposure.
• Attending clients premises as required.
• Use of a variety of accounting packages including Xero and Sage.

If you are looking to secure an Accounts Assistant role with a first class Perth employer then I would be delighted to hear from you. Applications can be made by clicking the link alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Martin Crines, Director at Jenson Fisher Consulting using the details provided.