Junior Staff Accountant

Areti; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern accounting and consulting firm in Vancouver is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their team. This role involves handling tax, assurance, and accounting engagements, while also focusing on growth through mentorship and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in accounting or business administration and be working towards a CPA designation. The firm promotes a positive team culture with unique perks like a 4-day workweek during the summer, making it a great place for motivated individuals to thrive.

Benefits

Mimosa Mondays

Tax season treats

Tax recovery week

Team excursions

Dog-friendly workspace

Qualifications

• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and quality results.
• Strong motivation and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handle tax, assurance, and accounting engagements.
• Prepare working papers for financial statements and tax returns.
• Complete tax schedules and draft tax returns.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients effectively.
• Identify issues and discuss with Senior Staff Accountant/Manager.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Team work

Communication

Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting or business administration

Current CPA designation

Job description

Areti is a modern accounting and consulting firm located in the heart of Vancouver. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs define what success means to them and help them achieve that success. We do that by being curious – asking questions, seeking to understand, and taking a genuine interest in our client’s success.

We are currently seeking a Junior Accountant to join our unique team.

Is this you? You selected accounting, not because of the number‑crunching but because you are a critical thinker who loves challenges. You can put yourself in your clients’ shoes and take pride in getting the job done right.

What you'll love about your experience at Areti

• Our people thrive on being engaged, curious, collaborative, and ambitious (for both themselves and our clients).
• We have effective staff meetings and fun activities to open our communication channels and foster teamwork.
• We are passionate about mentorship and the growth and development of our employees.
• We all know tax season is grind‑time wherever you are. Still, at Areti, you can proudly say you are a part of a unique culture different from any other firm.

How you will add value to our team

As part of a tight‑knit team, you will be handling tax, assurance & accounting engagements, and projects under the guidance of staff accountants and managers. You will receive a wide range of learning and upskilling opportunities to help you excel. In addition to utilizing your technical competencies, you will be honing exceptional communication skills by working collaboratively with your colleagues and clients.

Your other duties will include:

• Preparing and completing working paper to support the financial statements and tax returns.
• Completing tax schedules as required and drafting the tax returns.
• Gathering all pertinent information for the notes to the financial statements and drafting the notes to relevant sections.
• Identifying issues and questions for the client and discussing them with the Senior Staff Accountant/Manager.
• Discussing with the Manager any matters encountered that may adversely affect the outcome of the engagement on a timely basis.
• Following up on any outstanding issues and assisting the Manager in the completion of the file.
• Building effective working relationships with client contacts and responding effectively to client requests and suggestions related to the engagement.
• Collaboratively sharing knowledge and experience with colleagues and peers.

As the ideal candidate

• You hold a post‑secondary degree or diploma in accounting or business administration.
• Working towards or holding a current CPA designation.
• You have excellent time‐management skills, including the ability to multitask and produce timely, high‑quality results.
• You are highly motivated, energetic, and have a positive attitude.
• You have intermediate to advanced computer skills (MS Office).
• You have a thirst for knowledge, and you are always looking to learn and grow.
• You are a team player who enjoys kicking back after a crazy week to celebrate with your colleagues.

Perks of the gig

• Mimosa Mondays.
• Tax season treats (regularly).
• Tax recovery week (1st week of May).
• Team excursions.
• Lowkey "Tax on Tap" in the office.
• 4‑day work week (July to December).
• Holiday office closures.
• Dog‑friendly workspace.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in working with Areti; however, we will only be contacting those being considered for the position.