We are an accounting firm with individuals and small business as clients. We basically do the full accounting cycle for the businesses and also file personal taxes for individuals, self employed and Non residents. We have energetic and goal oriented team and would like you to be part of it soon.
We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented and versatile Accounting Assistant/ Bookkeeper to work in a role based in our Montreal office. If you are a self-starter, looking to get your foot in the door of a company that highly values growth and learning, you’ve found the right place! You will be responsible for supporting our accounting team, providing your skills for various accounting related duties
You will be responsible for the following:
- Bookkeeping, AR, AP, filing GST/QST reports, Payroll, Financials, Year end entries, Corporate tax return (full accounting cycle)
-Reporting to the senior accountant, the assistant will have diversified tasks and responsibilities at the administrative and accountants for the company who are mostly small business
-Filing personal taxes, follow up with clients and keeping track of work
-Answering and gathering information through phone calls and from walk-in clients
-Being aware of the office environment and active participation in the day to day office admin work
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in Canadian based accounting
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in finance or accounting or equivalent
- Ability to work in a high pace environment while respecting tight deadlines
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and systems
- Strong Hands-on experience with accounting softwares
- Experience with general ledger functions
- Strong Analytical Skills – with the ability to dig into an issue or problem with minimal supervision and direction
- Flair for spotting numerical mistakes and strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) – this position interacts with a wide variety of employees
- Team player - someone comfortable pitching in on a variety of tasks
- Flexible – highly adaptable and comfortable with change
- Curious – this person should not be content with status quo – this position requires someone who is comfortable in recommending improvements to any and all processes
- Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Excel is essential. Sage50 and knowledge of online accounting softwares is an asset
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Montréal, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- QuickBooks: 1 year (required)
- Bookkeeping: 1 year (required)
- Sage 50: 1 year (required)
- Other online accounting software: 1 year (required)
- filing Personal taxes: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-08-19
