senior accountant

Potentia Human Resources, Inc.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic public practice accounting firm is seeking a skilled Senior Accountant in Kelowna. This full-time role involves preparation of compilation and review engagements, corporate and personal tax returns, and bookkeeping. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of $68,000 - $78,000 annually and a flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, including preparation of compilation engagements and tax returns.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare compilation and review engagements.
• Prepare corporate, personal, and trust tax returns.
• Conduct full-cycle bookkeeping as needed.
• Assist clients with their accounting and tax planning needs.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting diploma

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

CaseWare

Profile

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a dynamic public practice accounting firm in Kelowna, BC, is on the lookout for a skilled Senior Accountant with three to five years of experience to join their expanding team. As the firm has grown significantly in recent years, they now support a diverse range of clients across industries including professional services, manufacturing, construction, restaurants, retail, automotive, and agriculture.

For this position, responsibilities will vary but will include:

• Preparation of compilation and review engagements;
• Preparation of corporate, personal and trust tax returns;
• In some cases, conducting full-cycle bookkeeping including preparation of GST, PST, WCB returns;
• Working closely with the team to assist clients with their accounting and tax planning needs.

As the successful candidate, you are a proactive and motivated professional with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Your strong communication skills and commitment to operational excellence will be crucial to your success in this role. This position is full-time; however, we are open to considering candidates who initially require flexible hours, with the potential to transition to a full-time schedule over time.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of accounting experience including preparation of compilation engagements, corporate and personal tax returns;
• Experience in review engagements is not necessarily required but it would be considered an asset;
• Accounting diploma and/or a combination of education and experience will be considered; a professional accounting designation is not required;
• Proficiency in accounting software and tools such as Sage, QuickBooks, CaseWare and Profile or other tax software;
• Strong computer literacy including MS Office Suite; exceptional Excel skills;
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities;
• The ability to handle data with confidentiality and integrity;
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively;
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical thinking, with a positive disposition;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
• Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills.

In addition to a robust benefits package, the base salary for this position is anticipated to be $68,000 - $78,000 annually and will be determined based on experience and qualifications. This role provides a flexible working environment that values family life and acknowledges the importance of balancing work and personal commitments in today's business world. If you excel in a small office setting and are eager for growth opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!