Assisting in preparing client bookkeeping and accounting records, payroll, financial statements, tax remittances, etc.
Reconciliation of accounts receivable and accounts payable
Preparing various types of tax filings, HST, and other compliance returns
Communicating accounting concepts to clients and answering their questions
CRA correspondence, requests, and audits – ensuring work is easy to audit
Preparing adjusting journal entries, working papers, assisting with T2 returns, and compilation engagement financial statements

Completion of a diploma/certificate in Business Administration or Accounting
1-3 years of Accounting and Bookkeeping experience required
Experience working in a professional services environment is an asset
Keen attention to detail, time management, and organization are essential
Strong trusting relationship building skills are important, including written and verbal communications skills as well as a collaborative client service approach
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online (QBO), QuickBooks Desktop, Sage 50, Xero, and Microsoft Office Suite software and aptitude to learn new cloud accounting apps and integrations are valuable
Professional judgment and confidentiality are imperative
Candidates must possess a basic knowledge of Canadian sales tax rules and compliance, including GST/HST regulations, provincial sales tax requirements, and the ability to navigate complex tax scenarios to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Proficiency with Caseware and Taxprep is an asset.

Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program
Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.)
RRSP matching
Generous paid time off package (vacation, personal, sick, firm holidays, etc.)
Wellness allowance
Cell phone allowance
Complimentary on-site gym
Free, plentiful parking
Dress for your day, including casual
Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews
Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional dues
Work-life integration (professional flexibility, working remotely opportunities, compressed work weeks, EFAP, etc.)
Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, registered massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding events, therapy dog visit, off-site Staff Day, etc.

Baker Tilly Nova Scotia Inc.

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