Accountant

Zen Tax provides a variety of consulting and corporate services to small and medium-sized businesses across Canada. We specialize in tax planning, accounting consulting, bookkeeping, payroll processing, business registrations and dissolutions, regulatory financial reporting, system implementations, assistance with loan applications, and other related services.

At Zen Tax, we are committed to protecting our clients' financial interests and building long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships.

We offer a collaborative, rewarding, and challenging work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are looking for motivated professionals who are ready to contribute to our company's continued success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, payroll, remittances, corporate tax returns, and financial forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures.
• Manage monthly closing procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with IFRS or ASPE.
• Perform full-cycle accounting for clients, including:
• HST registration, preparation, and filing.
• Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
• Preparation and filing of T1, T2, and HST returns, including adjustments.
• Preparation of financial statements and forecasts.
• Period-end and year-end reporting.
• Payroll processing.
• Prepare additional statistical, financial, and accounting reports as required.
• Follow up with clients and maintain accurate client records and accounting databases.
• Collaborate with department managers to support departmental goals and objectives.
• Assist with ad hoc tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Experience in bookkeeping, preparing T1 and T2 tax returns, and filing HST returns.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, ProFile, Microsoft Excel (advanced level), Word, PDF tools, and ERP systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial reporting systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and time-management skills.

Job Type: Full-time, Remote

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Remote