Careers
GoldsmithKwok is a CPA firm who is often looking for individuals with a passion for client service, a high level of integrity and a dedication to growing their career as a Chartered Professional Accountant. We are pleased to offer competitive salaries, great benefits and a progressive Yaletown work environment (along with remote working arrangements, as required). If there aren’t any current opportunities listed below, please check back again soon.
Accounting Technician – Full-time/Permanent – January 2023
We are currently looking for an accounting technician. Our clients range from owner-managed enterprises to large, privately held organizations in various industries. Your primary responsibilities will include preparing simple compilation engagements and personal and corporate income tax returns as well as performing duties for clients using a variety of bookkeeping skills applying technical accounting knowledge.
Job duties include:
- Preparing and completing working papers to support financial statements and tax returns in accordance with Firm standards
- Managing multiple files concurrently to meet client file deadlines and budgets
- Preparing simple personal and corporate tax returns
- Bookkeeping and reconciling accounts for client files
- Communicating with clients and providing assistance to clients as needed
Skills and experience required
- Completion of a bookkeeping diploma/certificate or equivalent experience
- Experience in a public practice accounting firm is an asset
- Strong interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to multitask and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and produce high quality deliverables while under pressure
- Attention to detail and accuracy along with a focus on thoroughness
- Self motivated for continuous improvement and initiative to go above and beyond
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience with Caseware, Taxprep, Sage and Quickbooks online and desktop is an asset
Benefits include:
- Compensation will be based on the experience and skills of the applicant
- Group extended health and dental insurance
- Paid banked hours or paid time off in lieu
- Collaborative environment encouraging interactions with all staff levels, including partners
- Remote working arrangements
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter, one page resume and a copy of their unofficial CPA BC or undergraduate transcript to ewong@goldsmithkwok.com. Applications should be addressed to Elsa Wong.
Thank you for your interest. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.
Senior Staff Accountant – Full-time/Permanent – January 2023
We have an opening for the position of Senior Staff Accountant. We are a Yaletown based accounting firm looking for individuals with a passion for client service, a high level of integrity and a dedication to growing their career as a Chartered Professional Accountant. Our clients range from owner-managed enterprises to large, privately held organizations in various industries. Your primary responsibilities will include preparing compilation engagements and personal and corporate income tax returns.
Job duties include:
- Preparing and completing working papers to support financial statements in accordance with Firm standards
- Managing multiple files concurrently to meet client file deadlines and budgets
- Preparing personal and corporate tax returns for management review
- Building effective working relationships with clients and respond to client requests and inquiries
- Other accounting and tax related tasks as required including but not limited to preparation of GST and PST returns and tax slips.
Skills and experience required:
- A CPA designation (any legacy designation) or close to being designated
- Ability to multitask and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and produce high quality deliverables while under pressure
- Attention to detail and accuracy along with a focus on thoroughness
- Self motivated for continuous improvement and initiative to go above and beyond
- Strong interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience with Caseware, Taxprep, Quickbooks Online & Desktop and Sage is preferred
Benefits include:
- Compensation will be based on the experience and skills of the applicant
- Group extended health and dental insurance
- Paid banked hours or paid time off in lieu
- Collaborative environment encouraging interactions with all staff levels, including partners
- Remote working arrangements
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter, one page resume and a copy of their unofficial CPA BC or undergraduate transcript to ewong@goldsmithkwok.com. Applications should be addressed to Elsa Wong.
Thank you for your interest. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.