Senior Accounting Technician

Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory and accounting firm is seeking a Senior Accounting Technician in Dartmouth, NS. This full-time permanent position emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software. The role includes preparing bookkeeping records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with Canadian tax regulations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and a diploma in Business Administration or Accounting. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and is part of a company dedicated to growth and diversity.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Support for diversity and accessibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounting and Bookkeeping experience required.
• Experience working in a professional services environment is an asset.
• Candidates must possess a basic knowledge of Canadian sales tax rules and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bookkeeping and accounting records, financial statements, and tax remittances.
• Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Prepare various types of tax filings and compliance returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Technology proficiency

Education

Diploma / Certificate in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Sage 50

Xero

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today Now, for tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. Thats why were invested in your growth from day onebecause the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Senior Accounting Technician to join our teama role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, youll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a differencefor our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.

Your role :

• Prepare bookkeeping and accounting records, payroll, financial statements, tax remittances, etc.
• Reconciliation of accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Invoice and send payments to vendors
• Preparing various types of tax filings, HST, and other compliance returns
• CRA correspondence, requests, and audits ensure your work is easy to audit
• Journal Entries, Working Papers, assisting with T2 Returns, and Compilation Engagement Financial Statements
• Calculation of amounts and preparation of invoices to send to customers
• Process internal accounting records leveraging tech stack
• Ability and interest to leverage technology in the role

What you bring to the table :

• Completion of a diploma / certificate in Business Administration or Accounting
• 5+ years of Accounting and Bookkeeping experience required
• Experience working in a professional services environment is an asset
• Keen attention to detail, time management, and organization are essential
• Strong trusting relationship building skills are important, including written and verbal communications skillsas well as a collaborative client service approach
• Proficiency withQuickBooks Online(QBO),QuickBooks Desktop,Sage 50,Xero,and Microsoft Office Suite softwareand aptitude to learn new cloud accounting apps and integrations are valuablewould include tech stack (QBO, Plooto, Dext, Reach Reporting)
• You can anticipate your clients and teams needs, take ownership and initiative of the work, and assist proactively internally and externally for optimal outcomes
• Professional judgment and confidentiality are imperative
• Candidates must possess a basic knowledge of Canadian sales tax rules and compliance, including GST / HST regulations, provincial sales tax requirements, and the ability to navigate complex tax scenarios to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Where you'll work :

Hybrid - Dartmouth, NS

Job type : Permanent, Full-time

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something biggeran ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If youre ready to make an impact, were ready to meet you.

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.