Account Assistant

Job summary

Communicate with clients through WhatsApp, email, and other channels, and assist with preparing Canadian personal income tax returns by organizing information and reviewing documents. Support bookkeeping, financial recordkeeping, GST/HST filings, payroll processing, client follow-ups, and general accounting administration.

Job details

Accounting Assistant – Full-Time | Remote | Independent Contractor BRS Solutions, a Canadian company providing accounting and administrative services to clients across Canada, is looking for a dedicated and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our growing team. 📍 Location: Remote 🕘 Schedule: Full-Time 💼 Employment Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance (Self-Employed) 🇨🇦 Company Location: Canada This position combines accounting support with direct client communication, so we are looking for someone who is not only organized, reliable, and detail-oriented but also genuinely friendly, welcoming, patient, and committed to providing excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities Client Communication (Primary Responsibility): Respond to clients through WhatsApp, email, and other company communication channels, ensuring professional, friendly, and timely assistance. Canadian Income Tax Preparation (Primary Responsibility): Assist with preparing personal income tax returns, organizing tax information, reviewing documents, and supporting the tax filing process. Provide day-to-day support to the accounting team. Organize, review, and maintain financial records and client documentation. Perform bookkeeping tasks and accounting data entry. Assist with GST/HST filings and related processes. Support payroll administration and processing. Collect and organize information required for income tax preparation. Follow up with clients regarding missing documents, outstanding information, and pending requests. Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in internal systems. Provide general administrative and accounting support as needed. Who We're Looking For More than experience, we value attitude, initiative, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to help others. Our ideal candidate is someone who: Is exceptionally friendly, welcoming, polite, and professional when communicating with clients. Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a genuine willingness to assist others. Is proactive and takes initiative without constantly waiting for instructions. Has a get-things-done mindset, focusing on finding solutions, taking ownership, and delivering results. Is highly organized, responsible, and detail-oriented. Has a genuine interest in learning, improving, and developing new skills. Is receptive to feedback and willing to adapt to new procedures and processes. Takes responsibility for mistakes, learns from them, and actively works to improve. Is dependable, trustworthy, and committed to meeting deadlines. Can work independently, stay focused, and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote environment. Has strong written and verbal communication skills. Enjoys working as part of a team and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment. Education and Experience Education, training, or experience in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields will be considered an asset. Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration is preferred. Experience with Canadian accounting practices is a strong asset, particularly in: QuickBooks Online Bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping GST/HST Payroll Canadian Personal Income Tax Preparation However, previous Canadian accounting experience is not mandatory. We are willing to train the right person. If you are unfamiliar with certain accounting procedures but demonstrate initiative, responsibility, dedication, and a strong willingness to learn, we would love to hear from you. What Matters Most to Us We are not simply looking for someone who wants just another job. We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to learn, contribute, take ownership of their responsibilities, and grow professionally alongside our company. We value people who care about the quality of their work, treat clients with kindness and respect, and consistently look for ways to improve. Availability to start immediately will be considered an asset. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief introduction telling us a little about yourself, your previous experience, and why you believe you would be a great fit for our team. We look forward to getting to know you!

What you’ll do

Communicate with clients through WhatsApp, email, and other channels, and assist with preparing Canadian personal income tax returns by organizing information and reviewing documents. Support bookkeeping, financial recordkeeping, GST/HST filings, payroll processing, client follow-ups, and general accounting administration.

Requirements

The employer values a friendly, patient, professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented candidate who can work independently, communicate effectively, take initiative, and learn from feedback. Accounting, business administration, or finance education or experience is an asset; prior accounting or bookkeeping experience is preferred, and familiarity with Canadian practices and QuickBooks Online is an advantage but not mandatory.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quickbooks Online · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Client Communication
• Customer Service
• Canadian Personal Income Tax Preparation
• Bookkeeping
• Financial Recordkeeping
• Accounting Data Entry
• GST/HST Filings
• Payroll Administration
• Document Organization
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Initiative
• Problem-Solving
• QuickBooks Online

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative