Accounting Technician

Job summary

Prepare compilation and review engagements, including financial statements and working papers for private company clients. Handle corporate, personal, and partnership tax returns while communicating directly with clients to resolve discrepancies.

Job details

Our client, a well-established CPA firm in Edmonton, is seeking an Accounting Technician to join their growing team. This role is ideal for an experienced public practice professional with strong exposure to Notice to Reader (NTR) files, Compilation engagements, Review engagements, and tax preparation. The firm is looking for someone with 3 to 5 years of relevant public practice experience who can work independently, manage files efficiently, and contribute to a collaborative client-service environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare Compilation and Notice to Reader engagements for a diverse portfolio of owner-managed and private company clients Assist with and prepare working papers and financial statements for Review Engagements Complete corporate, personal, and partnership tax returns Prepare year-end files, including lead sheets, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify discrepancies, and respond to inquiries Identify issues, variances, and opportunities for process improvement throughout engagements Support managers and partners with file preparation and client deliverables Ensure work is completed accurately and in accordance with firm standards, professional requirements, and deadlines Mentor and support junior team members as needed Qualifications 2 years of experience in public accounting, preferably within a CPA firm Strong experience with NTRs, Compilation engagements, Review engagements, and tax work Proficiency preparing corporate and personal tax returns Solid understanding of accounting principles and year-end file preparation Experience working with owner-managed businesses and private company clients Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office is considered an asset CPA designation is not required

What you’ll do

Prepare compilation and review engagements, including financial statements and working papers for private company clients. Handle corporate, personal, and partnership tax returns while communicating directly with clients to resolve discrepancies.

Requirements

Requires 2 to 5 years of public accounting experience with strong proficiency in NTRs and tax preparation. Proficiency in CaseWare, TaxPrep, and QuickBooks is considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Notice to Reader
• Compilation Engagements
• Review Engagements
• Tax Preparation
• Corporate Tax Returns
• Personal Tax Returns
• Partnership Tax Returns
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Account Reconciliation
• CaseWare
• TaxPrep
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Office
• Public Accounting
• Client Communication
• Working Papers

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting