accounting bookkeeper

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking an accountant to manage payroll, maintain financial records, and prepare tax returns. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, a college education, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in accounting.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements.
• Prepare tax returns and reconcile accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Organized

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

MS Office

Quick Books

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Caseware/Caseview
• Human resources software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
• Quick Books
• Simply Accounting
• MS Office
• Xero
• Sage Accounting Software

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Overtime required
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Adaptability

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance