Accounting Technician

Jason Heinmiller, Chartered Professional Accountant is a CPA firm located in Melville, SK. The firm offers business and agricultural clients accounting and tax services. We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to fill an accounting technician position. The successful candidate will be required to work onsite at our office in Melville, SK, as this position does not support remote work.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide account reconciliations and propose adjusting entries
Preparation of personal tax returns, which include farm or business statements
Preparation of year end work papers in CaseWare to support corporate tax returns
Preparation of GST/PST returns
Preparation of T4 and T5 slips
Collaborate with other team members on file planning and completion within time constraints
Assisting with general administrative tasks, such as answering phones and greeting clients
Other duties as assigned

What we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

2+ years of public practice experience
Strong understanding of accounting foundations, including debits and credits
Accounting diploma or degree (an asset)
Knowledge of farming is an asset
Reliable and able to work independently
Consistent attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication, and strong organizational skills
Ability to detect and solve problems
Sound judgment regarding confidential information and sensitive matters
Systems thinker, able to see how parts fit into a whole
Motivation to learn and develop new skills, as well as the willingness and ability to teach others
High professional and ethical standards
Proficiency in computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel, Word & Outlook)
Technical competency with accounting software such as Quick books, AgExpert, CaseWare, and Tax Prep is an asset