Staff Accountant (Entry Level)

About Us:

Andrews & Co is a well-established mid-size accounting firm in Ottawa, serving clients across Canada. Our diverse client base includes small to mid-size private corporations, not-for-profit and charitable entities, Estates and Trusts, and individuals. We offer a range of services, including accounting, controllership, business management, financial statement preparation, assurance, income and commodity taxation, and more. At Andrews & Co, we embrace technology and operate as a paperless office, empowering our team to deliver exceptional results.

Our success is driven by our dedicated and talented team members. As a part of our team, you can expect a fulfilling and exciting career with ample professional growth opportunities. We value our employees and demonstrate this by offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, ongoing learning opportunities, career advancement, and a supportive work environment.

Andrews & Co is a proud member of Nexia International, a leading global network of independent accounting firms. This affiliation provides our employees with unique benefits, including access to staff training, global conferences, and valuable networking opportunities.

Position: Staff Accountant (Entry Level)

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our sister company, 'Deskk Accounting Services Corporation.' Deskk operates within the same office as Andrews & Co.Deskk specializes in providing outsourced accounting support to our small to medium sixed client.Services provided include but are not limited to, full cycle accounting, month and year end closes, cash flow management, financial reporting, and Controller to CFO advisory services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development and maintenance of client relationships
• Utilize various software tools such as Excel, Word, CaseWare, QuickBooks, SAGE, SAP, etc.
• Entering of revenue and monitoring of accounts receivable.
• Carry out tasks in a timely manner by the required deadlines.
• Entering and submission of payroll, including year-end T4’s.
• Assisting and training clients with various bookkeeping and accounting issues.
• Prepare financial reports for manager review.
• Preparation and submission GST/HST, WSIB and other similar tax returns
• Assisting with monthly and quarterly financial closing process such as preparing bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Entering of expenses and monitoring of accounts payable.

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge:

• Ability to work within a team environment.There are lots of tasks that is dependent on different team members.
• Proficiency in English (French language skills considered an asset).
• Ability to follow instructions and learn from mistakes.
• Experience dealing with the public and/or customer support is highly valued.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Organized, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree from a recognized business program is considered and asset but not necessary.
• 1 to 3 years of accounting experience is considered an asset.

Benefits:

• After 3 months of employment, company-paid health and dental benefits (with 50% coverage).
• Company-sponsored social events.
• Eight personal days per year.
• Three weeks of vacation per year (starting), increasing to four weeks after 5 years.
• Reimbursement of education costs for successful completion of each course related to one professional designation or relevant program.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, veterans, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities.

Application Process:

If you are seeking professional growth opportunities in a flexible (in office or remote) working environment, we would love to hear from you! Please send your PDF resume to [email protected]. We appreciate your time and interest in Andrews & Co. and Deskk. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

(Note: Only PDF resumes will be reviewed.)