Lotus Accounting Professional Corporation
Location: Scarborough, Ontario
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: In-Person
About Us Lotus Accounting Professional Corporation is a contemporary and growing CPA firm providing accounting, tax, and advisory solutions to individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses across a variety of industries.
Our services include bookkeeping, payroll, personal and corporate taxation, CRA compliance and support, as well as outsourced accounting and finance services for small and mid-sized businesses.
We combine professional expertise, cloud-based accounting technology, and personalized client service to help our clients streamline their financial processes, meet their compliance requirements, and make better-informed business decisions.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build practical experience in a public accounting environment and develop their career in accounting and taxation.
Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will assist with:
Recording and reviewing transactions in QuickBooks Online (QBO)
Bank and credit card reconciliations
Accounts payable and accounts receivable
Payroll processing and payroll remittances
Preparation of GST/HST returns
Preparation of T4, T4A, T5 and other information slips
Preparation of year-end working papers and account reconciliations
Assisting with T1 Personal Income Tax Returns
Assisting with T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns
Organizing and reviewing client accounting and tax documents
Assisting with CRA correspondence and client information requests




Communicating with clients to obtain missing documents and resolve bookkeeping matters
Maintaining accurate electronic client files and meeting internal and CRA deadlines
Supporting other accounting and administrative duties as required
Qualifications Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration , or a related field
Recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply
Basic understanding of Canadian accounting and bookkeeping principles
Experience with QuickBooks Online is an asset
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience with tax preparation, payroll, CaseWare, Taxprep or similar accounting software is an asset
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organizational and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple client files and deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
Previous experience in a Canadian accounting or CPA firm is an asset, but not required
Language Strong verbal and written English communication skills are required
Ability to communicate in Tamil is preferred and considered an asset, but is NOT a mandatory requirement
What We Offer Practical experience in a growing Canadian CPA firm
Exposure to bookkeeping, payroll, personal tax, corporate tax and CRA compliance
Training and career development opportunities
Opportunity to work with clients from a variety of industries
Supportive and cooperative team environment
Opportunity for increased responsibilities and career growth based on performance
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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