TAX ACCOUNTANT

Job description

Our growing small west-end firm requires an experienced accountant. Our clients are typically small/medium owner operator businesses in addition to self-employed professionals. Our approach is value driven with an eye to the client’s big picture (operationally and in tax planning.) We are engaged regularly in the capacity of business advisory by our clients.

Our position to our clients is one of a trusted center of influence. If you are looking to be a valued asset to an accounting firm and gain experience in a breadth of areas, we would be interested in discussing how you may make a good fit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Notice to Reader financial statements and associated corporate taxes
• Compile the working paper file to support the, income statement and balance sheet, with adjusting journal entries and appropriate supporting documentation, adjusting/completing client bookkeeping as required
• Examine and prepare personal and corporate tax returns and related summaries
• Prepare T3’s, T4’s, T5’s and related summaries
• Perform tax planning for individuals and corporations
• Create and maintain interpersonal relationships with clients
• Organize and prioritize work, to be completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform all duties using accounting software, such as CaseWare, CCH Tax Prep, Profile, Simply Accounting, QuickBooks, Excel, and word processing software

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of experience, preference will be given to public accounting firm experience.
• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of Canadian tax laws.
• Strong problem solving skills and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience using CaseWare, Profile, Tax Prep, Excel and accounting software is an required.

This is an interesting opportunity to grow with the firm and continue your career in a capacity of helping add value to clients.

We offer a competitive salary and a rewarding career opportunity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all candidates who apply, but only those selected will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls or agencies please.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Tax Accountants: 3 years (preferred)
• Caseware / view: 3 years (preferred)

Interested candidates should apply to: Brenda Hanson Stewart (Office Manager)    brenda@beckltd.com 

For assistance applying to this position, or for any other job search related needs, please contact CSE in Kemptville at 613-258-6576 or in Prescott at 613-925-0222.