Co-op Accountant

Cameron Izard Snell LLP; Victoria; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pancake breakfasts

BBQs

Kayaking trips

Axe-throwing

Volleyball games

Job summary

Cameron Izard Snell LLP in Victoria is seeking motivated accounting co-ops and new graduates to join our team for the upcoming tax season. This is a hands-on opportunity with mentorship and a clear path toward extended contracts and CPA articling.

You will gain experience in bookkeeping, tax return preparation for Canadian and US personal returns, corporate tax forms (T4/T5), GST filings, and CRA correspondence while supporting the team to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in co-op or recently graduated and seeking entry into public practice.
• Strong self-starter with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced but friendly environment.
• Willingness to learn from partners, managers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping.
• Canadian and/or U.S. personal tax return preparation.
• Corporate T4 and T5 return preparation.
• GST return preparation and filing.
• Correspondence with CRA.
• Administrative work to support filing deadlines.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Tax return preparation

Excel

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Co-op program student

Tools

Tax software

Job description

We are on the hunt for new, keen accounting students and co-ops to join our dynamic team for the upcoming tax season!

Are you enrolled in the co-op program or even just graduated and looking to break into public practice? Then this could be the opportunity for you! Co-op students receive a broad spectrum of experience, mentorship and guidance throughout their work term and will be well positioned for their future career in public practice.

For the right candidate there is potential for extended contracts through the summer and even a future CPA student articling position.

You’re sure to really like us if:

• You are excited to build your skills and learn on the job from partners, managers, and staff of all skill sets and levels.
• You excel in a fast-paced but fun and friendly environment.
• You love having a flexible work schedule and want to join in on our pancake breakfasts, BBQs, Kayaking trips, maybe even axe-throwing and volleyball games?

Responsibilities once you are through your training will include:

• Bookkeeping
• Canadian and/or U.S. personal tax return preparation
• Corporate T4 and T5 return preparation
• GST return preparation and filing
• Correspondence with CRA
• Administrative work as need to help our team meet filing deadlines

The successful applicant(s) will:

• Be a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
• Have computer skills including Microsoft excel (previous experience with tax preparation software is an asset but not required)
• Possess a high commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Demonstrate strong time management skills
• Be flexible and have a positive attitude
• Have a strong desire to contribute to the team to achieve group goals

At CIS LLP we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The Firm

Delivering exceptional client service and trusted financial advice since 2007, Cameron Izard Snell LLP has the experienced tax and accounting professionals to help you. We have a record of building enduring client relationships through personalized service and quality work. We believe that our success and longevity depend on the growing success of our clients.

We are a mid-sized firm, located in downtown Victoria and recognized for our expertise in estates and trusts, corporate tax and accounting and U.S. personal tax. The founding members of our team received their training from international firms, giving us the unique ability to combine the benefits of big firm experience with small firm service. Our team is committed to excellence, built upon years of advanced training and technical experience.