Job Post - Staff Accountant (Entry Level)

About Us:

We are a well-established mid-size local accounting firm in Ottawa with clients across Canada. Our clients are small to mid-size private corporations, not for profit and charitable entities, Estates and Trusts and individuals. Our services include accounting, controllership, business management services, financial statement preparation, assurance, income and commodity taxation and more. We are a paperless office that uses and values technology. Our people remain the driving force behind our continued success. At Andrews & Co. you can expect to have a rewarding and exciting career. We understand that our staff is our greatest asset, so we offer a competitive salary, paid personal days, health and dental benefits and firm sponsored events in a team environment. If you are looking for professional growth opportunities in the east end of Ottawa, we would love to meet you!

Position: Staff Accountant (Entry Level)

We are currently looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join our team. This role is suitable for CPA students pursuing their designation in a pre-approved program. Experience in a public accounting firm is not required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full cycle accounting, including accounts payable and receivables using Simply/QuickBooks
• GST/HST and sales tax reconciliation and preparation of government remittances
• Payroll preparation
• Bank reconciliation (both manual and software prepared)
• Printing of financial reports and distribution to various parties
• Identifying capital asset purchases, disposition and recording
• Liaising and training clients in bookkeeping/accounting
• Ability to travel to clients’ location to perform all of the above if required
• Preparation of T4/T5/T5018/WSIB and similar forms
• Light administrative duties including organization and filing of client information
• Use of Excel, Word, CaseWare, QuickBooks, Simply, SAP etc.
• Preparation of year end corporate financial statements and tax returns (T2s)
• Personal tax preparation (T1s)

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree from a recognized business program
• You are detail oriented, organized and can work independently
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to speak and write in English (French would be considered a strong asset)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Working towards a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Benefits:

· Three weeks of vacation per year (starting), increasing to four weeks after 5 years.

· Eight personal days per year.

· Reimbursement of education costs for successful completion of each course related to one professional designation or relevant program.

· After 3 months of employment, company-paid health and dental benefits (with 50% coverage).

· Company-sponsored social events.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, veterans, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities.

Nexia:

We are a member firm of Nexia International, a leading worldwide network of independent accounting firms, providing clients with national and international audit, accounting, tax and advisory services in a cohesive, personal and customized matter.

What does this mean for you? Being a part of Nexia International provides opportunities to attend staff training, global conferences and offers unique networking opportunities.

Application Process:

Please forward your resume to jobs@andrews.ca. We thank you for your time and interest in Andrews & Co. and we look forward to hearing from you. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

(Note: Only PDF resumes will be reviewed.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orleans, ON K4A 0N9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orleans, ON K4A 0N9