We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to join a public practice firm serving clients in Edmonton Alberta. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys building strong client relationships while supporting small and mid-sized businesses with year-end accounting and tax work. You will contribute to a collaborative office environment where accuracy, responsiveness, and career growth are highly valued.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare year-end compilation files and supporting working papers for a range of client engagements.

• Complete corporate and personal income tax returns with attention to accuracy, deadlines, and compliance requirements.

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including recording transactions and maintaining organized financial records.

• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to ensure financial information is complete and reliable.

• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and month-end close activities for client accounts.

• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide accounting support tailored to their business needs.

• Use accounting and tax software such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, ProFile, and Excel to prepare files, analyze data, and maintain records.

• Assist with additional tax filings and related accounting tasks required to support owner-managed businesses.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public practice accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing compilation engagements in a client-service environment.
• Practical knowledge of corporate tax preparation; personal tax experience is also required.
• Strong bookkeeping background, including reconciliations, payables, receivables, payroll, and month-end procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting applications such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, and ProFile.
• Ability to manage multiple client files while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a detail-oriented approach to client interactions.

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