Accounting technician

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Work setting: Urban area. Tasks: Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll. Calculate fixed assets and depreciation. Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Maintain general ledgers and financial statements. Post journal entries. Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports. Prepare tax returns. Prepare trial balance of books. Reconcile accounts. Computer and technology knowledge: Accounting software. MS Excel. MS Windows. MS Word. Quick Books. Simply Accounting. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Tight deadlines. Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Time management. Adaptability. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day.