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Description:
Avid Insurance Group Inc. is a insurance brokerage serving all of Western Canada, please see our web page at www.avidinsurance.net to learn about our company. Previous experience in the insurance industry is not needed, however is beneficial in the hiring process.
Job Responsibilities include:
Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers and prepare financial statements, calculate and prepare payroll. Complete and submit tax remittance forms, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms and other government documents. Manage accounts receivable/accounts payable and prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: A college diploma in accounting or bookkeeping is preferred, but at least 2 years of verifiable experience working for a Canadian company and proven skills could substitute for education.
Specific Skills:
Proficiency using Quickbooks is a prerequisite ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting/bookkeeping standards, procedures and internal control. Working knowledge of other bookkeeping/accounting software an asset. Ability to read and write English as well as to understand complex verbal and written instructions in English.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Salary: $20.00 to $40.00 /hour
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Certified General Accountants Association (CGA) membership
- Provincial or territorial licence
- Not required
- Certified General Accountants (CGA) Association Accreditation
- Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) Accreditation
Accountant Specific Skills
- Provide financial, business and tax advice
- Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
- Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
- Examine accounting records
- Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
- Prepare reports and audit findings
- Examine financial records and transactions
- Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
- Confidential security clearance
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Excel
- Electronic mail
- General office equipment
- Data analysis software
- Accounting software
- Quick Books
- Simply Accounting
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