Posted 2 months ago
Accounting Technician
@ The AC Group
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Overview
The AC Group is hiring an experienced Accounting Technician for its Bridgewater office, with a Halifax location also listed. The work covers bookkeeping, accounting, and tax preparation for small and medium-sized business clients, including T1 and T2 returns and compilation engagements. The posting asks for about five years of public accounting or bookkeeping experience and a diploma in accounting, with the role reporting to a manager or partner.
Responsibilities:
- Perform bookkeeping and accounting for small and medium-sized business clients
- Prepare CRA T1 and T2 tax returns
- Prepare compilation engagements and working papers
- Maintain accounting records and client communication
Requirements summary:
- About five years of public accounting, bookkeeping, or tax preparation experience
- Diploma in accounting or equivalent education and experience
- Experience with personal or corporate tax returns is an asset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Accounting |
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The AC Group
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
Accounting Technician
Bridgewater and Halifax, Nova Scotia | Reports to: Manager or Partner
Join Our Team
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Technician to join our Bridgewater office. In this role, you will provide bookkeeping, accounting, and tax preparation services to small and medium-sized business clients while working closely with managers, partners, and other members of our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys client service, takes pride in accurate work, and is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a professional public accounting environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform bookkeeping and accounting functions for small and medium-sized business clients.
- Prepare and maintain accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Prepare Canada Revenue Agency filings, including but not limited to:
- T1 Personal Income Tax Returns
- T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns
- Compilation engagements and related working papers
- Communicate professionally with clients to obtain information and respond to inquiries.
- Maintain confidentiality of client and Firm information.
- Comply with Firm policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Participate in ongoing learning and professional development activities.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
- Approximately five years of experience working as an accounting technician in public accounting, bookkeeping, or tax preparation.
- A diploma in accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Previous experience preparing bookkeeping files, accounting records, personal tax returns, corporate tax returns, or compilation engagement working papers is considered an asset.
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- High regard for quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
- Effective time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds like a good fit, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration to [email protected] or [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This posting describes the general nature of the role and may be adjusted from time to time to meet the needs of the Firm.
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