Staff Accountant

Job summary

Maintain bookkeeping records for multiple clients, record and categorize transactions, reconcile accounts, and manage accounts payable and receivable. Support payroll, GST/HST records, month-end and year-end files, client follow-ups, bookkeeping clean-up engagements, and the use of technology and AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Job details

Are you an accounting professional looking for a flexible opportunity where you can work with a diverse client base and continue developing your skills? We're recruiting for a forward-thinking accounting firm seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team. You'll work with clients across industries including technology, energy, wellness, and professional services, while gaining exposure to modern accounting technology and AI-enabled workflows. What You'll Be Doing • Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for multiple clients • Record and categorize transactions using QuickBooks Online and other accounting software • Complete bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet reconciliations • Manage and review AP and AR records • Assist with payroll entries and reconciliations • Prepare GST/HST bookkeeping records and supporting documentation • Prepare month-end and year-end files, schedules, and supporting documentation • Identify discrepancies and follow up with clients to resolve outstanding items • Communicate directly with clients to obtain missing information • Support bookkeeping clean-up and catch-up engagements • Leverage technology and AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy What We're Looking For • 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from a North American university or college • CPA designation pursuit required • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency with tax filings and a solid understanding of the CRA Tax Code • Experience with accounting and income tax software • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills • Tech-savvy, proactive approach to accounting and problem-solving What You'll Get • Flexible hybrid work environment • Medical, dental & vision coverage after 3 months • Access to a pre-approved CPA training office • Tax-season bonuses • Summer half-day Fridays • $1,000 annual vacation allowance • $300 annual fitness allowance • Monthly lunch & learns • Career progression opportunities If you're looking for a role where you can build your accounting career, work with a variety of clients, and embrace modern technology, this could be a great fit. Interested? Apply with your resume to be considered. #Hiring #StaffAccountant #AccountingJobs #Accountant #CPA #CPACandidate #Bookkeeping #QuickBooks #FinanceJobs #CanadaJobs #HybridJobs #AccountingCareers

What you’ll do

Maintain bookkeeping records for multiple clients, record and categorize transactions, reconcile accounts, and manage accounts payable and receivable. Support payroll, GST/HST records, month-end and year-end files, client follow-ups, bookkeeping clean-up engagements, and the use of technology and AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

The role prefers at least two years of public accounting experience and requires pursuit of a CPA designation. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from a North American institution, tax filing and accounting software experience, knowledge of the CRA Tax Code, strong communication skills, and excellent attention to detail and organization.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Tax-Season Bonuses
• Summer Half-Day Fridays
• Annual Vacation Allowance
• Annual Fitness Allowance
• Monthly Lunch-and-Learn Sessions
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Flexible Hybrid Work Environment
• Access to a Pre-Approved CPA Training Office

Listed skills

• Bookkeeping · Preferred
• Quickbooks Online · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Bookkeeping
• QuickBooks Online
• Transaction Recording and Categorization
• Bank Reconciliations
• Credit Card Reconciliations
• Loan Reconciliations
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Entries and Reconciliations
• GST/HST Bookkeeping
• Month-End and Year-End Close
• Tax Filings
• CRA Tax Code
• Client Communication
• AI-Enabled Accounting Workflows

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting