Job Description

Accounting Technician / CPA Candidate

Job Type:

Seasonal (with potential to become Full-Time, Permanent)

Location:

Lethbridge, Alberta (in office - not remote)

Expected Hours:

Approximately 40 hours per week, with additional hours during peak periods

Compensation:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour to start

, commensurate with experience and demonstrated ability, with opportunity for increases as skills, responsibility, and experience grow

Bridge LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants,

is a public accounting firm providing Canadian and U.S. individual and corporate taxation, year-end engagements (Audit, Review, and Compilation), and full-cycle accounting and bookkeeping services.

We are dedicated to building lasting relationships with our clients and within our team. As our firm continues to grow, we are seeking an

Accounting Technician or CPA Candidate

who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in public practice, with the potential to transition into a permanent full-time role.

What You'll Do

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Perform full-cycle bookkeeping, including journal entries and reconciliations Maintain and reconcile general ledger and sub-ledger accounts (A/R, A/P, bank, inventory, GST, etc.) Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies

Payroll & Compliance

Prepare payroll and related government remittances Complete GST returns and year-end filings, including T4s, T5s, and WCB reports

Tax & Regulatory Support

Assist with the preparation of Canadian personal and corporate tax returns (T1s and T2s) Assist with the preparation of U.S. individual income tax returns (Form 1040)

Gain exposure to cross-border tax matters, with training and support from experienced professionals

Support tax compliance, organization of tax working papers, and filing requirements

Year-End & Engagement Support

Assist with the preparation of compilation, review, audit, and tax engagements Support year-end working papers and financial statement preparation

Client & Team Support

Assist clients with accounting software, including new client setup and ongoing support Work collaboratively with partners and team members to meet client deadlines

Qualifications

1-3 years of accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping experience Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, or a related field Strong understanding of trial balances, general ledgers, and financial statements Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Assets / Preferred Qualifications

Enrollment in, or intention to enroll in, the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) Previous public practice experience Experience with audit or review engagements Exposure to personal and corporate tax preparation Experience with CaseWare, Profile, or similar CPA firm software

Why Join Bridge LLP?

Competitive hourly compensation with opportunity for growth Qualifying experience and support toward CPA Professional Education Program requirements Exposure to a broad range of accounting, tax, and assurance engagements Professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment Opportunity for a

seasonal role to transition into a permanent full-time position

based on performance and firm needs

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and salary expectations to:

Kyle Moore, CPA

kyle@bridgecpa.ca

Bridge LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants

Local candidates only, please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care
Work Location: In person