Accounting Technician

Baker Tilly is an accounting and advisory firm. The Accounting Technician supports assurance, advisory, and consulting engagements, provides bookkeeping support, and maintains client files while developing technical knowledge.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the preparation and completion of assurance and advisory engagements for a variety of clients
• Participate in a supporting role on consulting engagements
• Effectively respond to client and internal inquiries in a timely and professional manner; escalate issues as appropriate
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members regarding job status and potential issues
• Provide bookkeeping support for both clients and internal teams
• Review client information and prepare query lists for managers
• Prepare and maintain accurate client files in a paperless environment
• Perform basic analysis on client files as directed by management
• Actively build technical knowledge and progress toward professional development goals

What they're looking for:

• A diploma/certificate/degree from a post-secondary institute in business administration, accounting or finance
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in public practice or professional services environment
• Working knowledge of Canadian accounting frameworks (PSAB, ASPE, IFRS exposure considered an asset)
• Eligible or planning to pursue CPA designation (PEP or PREP)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Comfortable working with and adapting to new technologies and digital tools
• Experience with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, TaxPrep, Sage 300 (ACCPAC), Sage 50 (Simply Accounting), QuickBooks, and QuickBooks Online is an asset

Benefits:

• Rewarding opportunities at every stage of your career
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Competitive compensation, incentives, and rewards
• Professional networking and mentoring programs
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• A leadership team committed to your success
• Engagement with leading experts and colleagues across Canada and the world
• The opportunity to influence tomorrow for clients, community and the profession