Accounting Technician – Fixed Term Temporary

Accounting Technician – Fixed Term Temporary (Tax Season)

Location: Richmond, BC (Unit Park Road, Richmond, B.C.)

This role is an on-site, in-person role at our Richmond Office (not hybrid or remote)

This role will be a full-time temporary role

Jas S. Sidhu, CPA Professional Corporation is a firm built on a foundation of technical expertise and positive relationships with our clients, staff and community. We are licensed with CPABC, CPA Alberta and CPA Ontario and service clients across all three provinces in person and virtually. Our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice they can trust. In turn, we offer an environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth, providing you with a unique opportunity to develop your skills and advance in your career.

HOW WE CONDUCT BUSINESS

We value the trust that our clients put in our firm and are deeply committed to ethical behaviour in all that we do. Our shared values and guiding principles of Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration are not just words on a page, but the foundation of our operations. They help us make ethical decisions and maintain this trust with our clients, our staff, and the public. We provide value for money to our clients and never cut corners in our work.

THE ROLE

Our Richmond office is looking for an Accounting Technician - Temporary to join our accounting team starting on January 5, 2026 and terminating on May 30, 2026. This role is crucial to our operations and you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact from day one.

• Assurance: Assist with the preparation of assurance engagements including but not limited to the following:

o Review engagements (CSRE 2400)

• Accounting: Assist with the preparation of financial reporting including but not limited to the following:

o Compilation engagements (CSRS 4200)

o Financial forecasts and projections

o Budget forecasts

• Bookkeeping: Accurately perform full-cycle bookkeeping on a periodic basis for all allocated client files. Tasks include but are not limited to:

o Liaise with clients and other third parties via phone, email and in person to obtain required documentation and information for bookkeeping

o Enter sales invoices, expense receipts and similar transactions in the client accounting system on a transaction by transaction basis with full detail in line with source documentation

o Record sales taxes on a transaction-by-transaction basis in line with source documentation

o Run payroll procedures in line with the client's payroll cycle

o Perform account reconciliations such as bank, credit card and loan reconciliations

o Post required manual journal entries at each period end

o Oversee and manage the chart of accounts, journal, general ledger, trial balance, accounts payable aging, accounts receivable aging and other reports and processes

o Prepare sales tax returns including GST/HST, PST, QST and RST returns

o Prepare the month-end reporting package for your supervisor's review and approval prior to circulation to the client

• Taxation: Perform the following tax compliance work for all allocated client files:

o T1 personal tax returns for individuals

o T1 personal tax returns for sole proprietors

o T2 corporate tax returns for corporations and not-for-profit organizations

o T-slip preparation including T4, T4A, T5, etc.

o Preparation of sales tax returns including GST/HST, PST, QST and RST returns

• Administrative: Perform administrative tasks related to client files including but not limited to the following:

o Preparation of client letters such as engagement letters, management representation letters and transmittal letters

o Maintaining up-to-date client profiles in the client management software as well as physical files

o Other administrative tasks as needed

• Collaboration and Communication

o Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on a regular and ongoing basis

o Be proactive in managing file progress and communicating challenges

o Build positive working relationships with the firm's clients and staff and effectively respond to requests and suggestions

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• You are a student enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP)

• You have completed a Canadian post-secondary degree or diploma program, with a focus or specialization in accounting or taxation

• You have at least one full year of experience in an accounting or tax function anywhere in the world

• You have at least one full tax season of experience with a Canadian CPA practice of any size while located in Canada

• You have demonstrated experience interacting with clients directly

• You are fluent in English, both verbal and written

• You have experience using the following software:

o CaseWare Working Papers

o Tax Preparation Software

o QuickBooks Online

o MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• You have strong general computer skills

• You display strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills with attention to detail

• You exhibit a strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

• You are a hard worker with a willingness to continually learn and improve over time

• You have a track record of being punctual with respect to scheduled work

• You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork

HOW WE DEFINE SUCCESS FOR YOUR ROLE

• You demonstrate our firm values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration

• Clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality & timely work product

• You understand our client's industry, challenges, and opportunities

• You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment

• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace

• You grow your expertise through learning & professional development

WHY WORK WITH OUR FIRM

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to work with our modern tools and processes, being a key contributor to our successful tax season.

• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development

• You will receive a full complement of training from a designated CPA and ongoing support as needed.

• Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. We are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.85-$40.00 per hour

Experience:

• Canadian Tax: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person