Bookkeeper

EBT Chartered Professional Accountants; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Medicine Hat seeks a detail-driven Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day accounting activities. Responsibilities include maintaining general ledgers, performing full-cycle bookkeeping, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Paid parking

Comprehensive group benefits

RRSP matching program

Flexible work hours

Career growth through mentorship

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll standards for Alberta and Saskatchewan.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledgers by recording, verifying, and reconciling transactions.
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations and payroll.
• Manage bookkeeping for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Payroll certification

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

We’re looking for a detail-driven Bookkeeper to join our team in Medicine Hat!

About EBT

With over 50 years of trusted service, EBT is a full-service public practice accounting firm with offices in Medicine Hat, Alberta, and Swift Current, Saskatchewan. At EBT, we’re more than just an accounting firm — we’re a collaborative, people-first workplace that values accuracy, integrity, and a positive attitude.

Our team is proud to support a wide range of clients across Alberta and Saskatchewan. Having nearly doubled in size over the past five years, our growth is rooted in exceptional client service, a supportive team culture, and a genuine passion for helping our clients and our people succeed. This is a full-time, permanent position best suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and enjoys being part of a close-knit and professional team.

Position Purpose

As aBookkeeper, you will play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our clients by managing day-to-day accounting activities. You’ll handle everything from maintaining general ledgers and reconciling accounts to preparing payroll and generating detailed financial reports. Your accuracy and attention to detail will help us deliver top-tier service that our clients can count on.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledgers by recording, verifying, and reconciling transactions
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations, payroll, A/R, A/P, GST, and ROE preparation
• Manage bookkeeping for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with GAAP and identifying/reporting discrepancies
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with quarterly and annual reporting
• Perform expense tracking and ensure alignment with budgets and accounting standards
• Prepare weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll and source deduction remittances

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline is an asset
• Payroll certification is an asset
• Minimum 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero)
• Strong knowledge of payroll standards for both Alberta and Saskatchewan
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in client-facing roles

What We Offer

• Paid parking
• Comprehensive group benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Paid professional development
• Flexible work hours and paid vacation
• Paid overtime with the option to bank hours
• Career growth through mentorship and internal development
• A collaborative team and supportive work-life balance

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, please submit yourresume and cover letterthrough our EBT Career Board. Thank you for considering a career with EBT!We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Website

https://ebt.applytojobs.ca/medicine hat/40359

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location:

• In person