LJS & Associates Consulting Inc. Looking for Accounting Consultant at Brantford, ON

Located in Brantford, Ontarion, LJS & Associates Consulting Inc is a consulting group serving small and mid-sized companies. Our office has an immediate opening for a part-time to full-time Accountant. We are seeking a qualified candidate that demonstrated the ability to deal with sensitive issues in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are critical.

What you can expect from us

• The opportunity to provide a wide variety of clients with accounting services including:
• All general ledger postings, post accrued liabilities and pre-paid expenses
• Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare, review and assist as required with payroll functions
• Prepare government tax filings. (Source deductions, HST, EHT and WSIB returns)
• Prepare T4, T5 and other T slipsPrepare month end financials and reconcile all balance sheet accounts and income statement accounts for year end financial.
• Personal income taxes, corporate income taxes and T3010.
• Knowledge of accounting software QuickBooks desktop, QBO and Sage. Also, knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Experience with public accounting.
• Dealing with tax authorities on tax audits and appeals.

What we’re looking for from you

• Ability to learn quickly and take pride in your work

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Someone who can build effective working relationships with client contacts
• Someone who can work well both in an individual and a team setting
• The ability to lead engagements, delegate and be accountable for the whole team
• Someone who can work within required budgets and deadlines
• A team player willing to complete any ad-hoc duties or assignments as required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Someone able to participate in new business development initiatives
• Previous experience in income tax preparation

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge wanted

• 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar role, with experience in a leadership role
• Experience working with owner managed businesses
• Proven ability to prioritize workloads and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• High values in teamwork, client/customer service and professionalism

LJS & Associates Consulting Inc. recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At LJS & Associates Consulting Inc., we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brantford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (preferred)