Job Description
A Firm for Entrepreneurs
Welch’s successis due to continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace.With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.
We offer our employees invaluable prospects:possibilityfor growth and advancement;varietyto explore different career paths;opportunityto specialize and deepen skills;andflexibilityof work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.
Grounded in a values-led culture(care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.
National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm
Established in 1918, Welch evolved from a single office to 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec.Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves, and ranks as the 14thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.
About the Opportunity
Welch LLP is currently looking for an Accounting Technician for the Renfrew office who will primarily focus on providing bookkeeping and accounting services to our clients. This position has an optional hybrid role, allowing the successful candidate to work a combination of in-office/remote work. We are open to candidates located in Ottawa.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Completion of notice to reader engagements and T2s.
- Completion of personal tax returns.
- Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, investments, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Preparation of regular external filings such as HST, WSIB, and payroll, and completion of routine account analysis and bookkeeping tasks following established processes.
- Supervised preparation and review of working paper files, financial statements and income tax returns for compilation engagements.
- Identifying issues and errors, investigating discrepancies, discussing with managers, and developing solutions to resolve the errors.
- Responding to requests and correcting errors identified by managers, senior managers, associates or partners in a timely manner.
- Effective communication with our clients, partners, and staff.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years of practical, comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting experience. Demonstrated experience performing reconciliations (bank accounts, A/P and A/R, investments) is required.
- Experience with compilation engagements, T1s, and T2s, is considered a strong asset.
- Completion of post-secondary diploma or certificate in Accounting or Business.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel and Word).
- Experience using QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, CaseWare, and/or TaxPrep programs.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
- High attention to detail.
- Previous experience working in a public accounting firm is considered a strong asset.
Applicants do NOT need to be in pursuit of a CPA designation to be considered for this role.
If you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, please apply!
Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.