Position: Senior Accounting Technician
Location: Lethbridge, Alberta
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some seasonal overtime
Compensation: Competitive market rates based on experience and qualifications
Are you an experienced Accounting Technician who enjoys working on complex files, solving problems, and building strong client relationships?
MWG CPA is a growing public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and advisory services to clients across various industries, with a strong focus on agricultural producers and small businesses. Our work is varied and practical, giving team members exposure to different types of files, industries, and client needs. We are known for delivering high-quality work and building long-term client relationships based on trust, professionalism, and integrity.
As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for a Senior Accounting Technician to join our team. This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who is ready to take ownership of more complex files, work directly with clients, and play an important role in supporting compilation, review, audit, and tax engagements.
What You'll Do
Accounting & File Work
- Complete full cycle accounting, including A/P, A/R, payroll, GST, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions across a variety of client files.
- Take on more complex accounting and year-end files, including advanced reconciliations and analytical work.
- Prepare supporting documentation for compilation, review, and audit engagements.
- Maintain organized files and consistent documentation standards.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare year-end financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Assist with client-specific reporting requirements and year-end file preparation.
- Support the preparation of personal, corporate, and GST tax returns and related schedules.
- Help ensure client files are complete, accurate, and ready for CPA review.
Client & Team Support
- Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and follow up on outstanding items.
- Help identify discrepancies, missing information, and documentation issues requiring further review.
- Build positive working relationships with clients while providing professional and responsive service.
- Work closely with CPAs, Partners, and team members to keep files moving efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Support Bookkeepers, Junior Technicians, CPA Students, and CPAs with file preparation, review, and follow-up activities.
- Assist with identifying issues and support efficient problem resolution.
What We're Looking For
- Post-secondary education in accounting, business, or a related field.
- Several years of accounting experience, preferably within a public accounting or professional services environment.
- Enrollment in the CPA program or an interest in pursuing the CPA designation is not required but is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping processes, and financial reporting.
- Experience preparing and working with compilation, review, audit, and year-end files.
- Experience with personal, corporate, and GST tax preparation.
- Experience with AgriStability or agricultural accounting is considered an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and work through solutions effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and accounting software such as QuickBooks and Sage.
- Knowledge of CaseWare and Profile is considered an asset.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with clients and team members.
- Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and client service.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and role
- Exposure to a wide variety of clients, industries, and accounting engagements.
- Opportunities to work on increasingly complex files and develop technical expertise.
- A professional environment that values work-life balance outside of peak periods
- 50/50 Benefits Plan after the probationary period
- A supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities to learn and grow
Pay: $25.00-$37.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Experience:
- Public Accounting: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
