Accountant

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Canada
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
NOC: 11100 – Financial auditors and accountants
Salary: CAD $25.00–$71.43 per hour, depending on experience, location and employer
Median Wage: CAD $40.36 per hour
Estimated Annual Salary: Approximately CAD $52,000–$148,600 based on a 40-hour work week.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accountant to manage financial records, prepare reports, reconcile accounts and support accurate financial management. The successful candidate will help maintain accounting systems, monitor financial transactions and provide reliable financial information to management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial and accounting records.
• Record and reconcile financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Review financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with tax preparation and financial compliance.
• Monitor cash flow and financial transactions.
• Maintain accounting systems and supporting documentation.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and resolve financial-record issues.
• Prepare financial information for management decision-making.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and business information.
• Follow applicable accounting standards, policies and internal controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent university education in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field.
• Relevant accounting experience may be required depending on the position.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple financial tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification may be required or preferred for some positions.

Government of Canada Job Bank states that this occupation requires a minimum university degree. CPA certification and provincial or territorial requirements apply to certain accounting and public-accounting roles.

Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Financial accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Financial reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Account reconciliation
• Taxation knowledge
• Financial analysis
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Accounting software proficiency
• Numerical reasoning
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Communication
• Digital literacy

Job Bank identifies monitoring, digital literacy, systems analysis, numeracy and oral communication among the key competencies associated with accountants in Canada.

Salary and Benefits

The national Job Bank wage range for accountants is $25.00 to $71.43 per hour, with a national median of $40.36 per hour. Actual compensation varies by experience, specialization, and professional designation.

Other benefits include:

• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Maternity, parental or caregiver leave
• Employer pension contributions
• Professional development and training
• CPA support or professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Interested candidates should prepare an updated resume/CV highlighting their accounting education, professional certifications, relevant work experience, accounting software knowledge and financial skills.

Submit your application through the job application portal. Include a cover letter where requested and ensure your contact information and professional qualifications are current.