Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Junior Accounting Associate is responsible for bookkeeping, preparing clients' financial statements and tax returns and complying with clients' statutory filing requirements. The anticipated start date for this job posting is January 5, 2026.

MAJOR TASKS & DUTIES:

Roll forward accounting files from previous year Set up financial statements and enter opening balances Prepare client accounting records Prepare review/compilation plans and update ongoing clients Participate in field work for audits and reviews Prepare year-end financial statements and related working papers for reviews and compilations Prepare Corporate and Personal income tax returns; Trust, Not for Profit, and other information returns and schedules Prepare clients' payroll Government remittances - including GST, PST, PD7A & WCB Prepare transmittal documentations for government agencies and clients Provide bookkeeping services to clients

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Education

Completion of bachelor's degree and enrolled in the Chartered Professional Accountants Association program of studies, or the equivalent in a recognized accounting program, community college or university.

Experience:

Minimum of one year experience in public accounting

Knowledge & Skills:

Above average working knowledge of computers and their operations In depth knowledge of working paper software programs such as Caseware Good Working knowledge of accounting software programs such as: QuickBooks Simply Accounting Good working knowledge of other software programs such as: Microsoft Excel Word

PERSONAL APTITUDE

The person in this position has:

Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Excellent organizational skills, including time management, goal setting and planning Ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, and others
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2026-01-05