junior accountant

Williams & Partners Chartered Professional Accountants LLP; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Markham is seeking a full-time accountant to ensure compliance with accounting standards and prepare financial statements. Candidates should have experience in financial analysis and be adept with accounting software. The role offers competitive hourly compensation and requires work to be completed on-site. Benefits include free parking and travel insurance.

Benefits

Free parking available

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Proficient in analyzing financial documents and records.
• Ability to provide financial and tax advice.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and procedures.
• Prepare financial information and income tax returns.
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Reliability

Multitasking ability

Tools

Caseware/Caseview

MS Office

MS Excel

TaxPrep

MS Outlook

Job description

Job details

• Location Markham, ON L3R 0B8
• Salary 38.50 to 40.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

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

Work setting

• Urban area
• Accounting firm

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Caseware/Caseview
• MS Office
• MS Excel
• TaxPrep
• MS Outlook

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Paramedical services coverage
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Travel insurance

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-10-16

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