CPA Co-op Accounting and Tax - Jan - Apr 2027

Gauer Olsen; Victoria; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime compensation

On-site gym

Epic company events

Job summary

Gauer Olsen Chartered Professional Accountants in Victoria, BC, invites two Co-op students to join our team for January 2027. You will work on preparing working papers, financial statements, personal and corporate tax returns, and various GST and statutory filings under supervision.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a strong academic record, teamwork, and solid communication skills. Our firm offers hands-on learning in a friendly, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Strong academic record.
• Great work ethic and ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepares working paper files, financial statements and corporate income tax returns for a wide variety of clients
• Prepares personal income tax returns and trust income tax returns
• Prepares a variety of Tslips
• Fulfills a variety of support roles in accounting and bookkeeping for clients
• Prepares GST and other statutory returns for clients as required
• Assists with special projects as assigned by partners and managers

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Work ethic

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gauer Olsen Chartered Professional Accountants is a well-established local public accounting firm located in Victoria, BC. At GO we offer a full range of accounting and taxation services to owner-managed businesses, professionals, families, and individuals, on Vancouver Island and beyond.

We believe in a philosophy of providing the highest quality professional service to our clients by fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth. Through this continual education of our staff, we can ensure that we provide exceptional service and advice that enable us to earn the respect, confidence and trust of our clients.

Our work environment is designed to attract, develop and retain quality professionals. We challenge our staff to meet their potential by providing them with opportunities for career growth through both education and work experience. Our team-oriented, friendly work atmosphere promotes career fulfillment and job satisfaction for our articling students and accountants.

We have brand new offices and each desk is equipped with Sit-Stand capabilities and the latest tech!

To learn more about our firm, please refer to our website at gocpa.ca

Job Description

We are currently looking for two Co-op positions for January 2027, applications close October 15, 2026.

The responsibilities of a Co-op Student are as follows:

• Prepares working paper files, financial statements and corporate income tax returns for a wide variety of clients
• Prepares personal income tax returns and trust income tax returns
• Prepares a variety of Tslips
• Fulfills a variety of support roles in accounting and bookkeeping for clients
• Prepares GST and other statutory returns for clients as required
• Assists with special projects as assigned by partners and managers

Qualifications

We are looking for two Co-op Students who have a wide range of skills that include the following:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Strong academic record
• Great work ethic and ability to work in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with both clients and colleagues.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Benefits

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to receive the following benefits:

• Competitive salary (salary commensurate with experience)
• Overtime compensation
• On-site gym
• Epic company events

We are a progressive and expanding firm looking for people to help us grow to the next level. We have a successful history of providing accounting, tax and advisory services to individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations in the local community. We are a team that works well under pressure, meets deadlines and provides exceptional client service. We offer competitive compensation based on experience.

We thank all applicants who apply; however, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.