Indigenous Services Accountant - Travel & Impact

MNP; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A national accounting firm located in Nanaimo is seeking an Accountant for their Indigenous Services team. The role involves providing expertise to empower Indigenous communities, with responsibilities including financial reporting and auditing. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is eager to develop technical skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $51,500 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s in commerce or business administration focused on accounting.
• Previous accounting office experience is an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations Communities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Set-up files for new clients and manage multiple files.
• Summarize financial status by preparing balance sheets and profit/loss statements.

Skills

Technical skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, tax

Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, ASPE

Customer service experience

Experience with First Nations Communities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration with a focus in accounting

Completion of CPA PEP prerequisites

Tools

Accounting and tax software

Job description

A national accounting firm located in Nanaimo is seeking an Accountant for their Indigenous Services team. The role involves providing expertise to empower Indigenous communities, with responsibilities including financial reporting and auditing. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is eager to develop technical skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $51,500 and various employee benefits.