Seasonal Tax Preparer / Accounting Technician

Job Type: Full time, 6-month contract with potential for permanent employment

Location: Lethbridge, Alberta – In Office

Compensation: $22.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience

About Bridge LLP

Bridge LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, is a public accounting firm providing Canadian and U.S. taxation, year-end compilation, review and audit engagements, as well as bookkeeping and accounting services.

As we prepare for the upcoming tax season, we are looking for a Seasonal Tax Preparer / Accounting Technician to join our team for approximately six months. The primary focus of this position will be personal income tax preparation, with opportunities to assist with bookkeeping, corporate year-end compilations and other accounting work.

This position may develop into a long-term role based on performance, workload, and mutual fit.

What You'll Do

Personal Tax Preparation

- Prepare Canadian personal income tax returns (T1s)
- Organize and review client tax information and supporting documentation
- Identify missing information and assist with client follow-up
- Prepare supporting tax schedules and working papers
- Assist with electronic filing and other tax-season requirements
- Work with partners and team members to complete returns accurately and efficiently

Bookkeeping & Accounting

- Assist with bookkeeping and account reconciliations
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Reconcile bank, credit card, GST, accounts receivable and accounts payable balances
- Identify and investigate accounting discrepancies

Compilation & Year-End Work

- Assist with compilation engagements and corporate year-end files
- Prepare year-end working papers and account reconciliations




- Assist with financial statement preparation and corporate tax information
- Complete other accounting and administrative duties as required

What We're Looking For

- Post-secondary education in accounting, business or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, general ledgers and financial statements
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Comfortable working with deadlines during a busy tax season
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating with our team
- Professional and comfortable communicating with clients

Experience That Would Be an Asset

- Previous personal income tax preparation experience
- Previous experience working in a public accounting firm
- Bookkeeping or compilation engagement experience
- Experience with TaxCycle, CaseWare, Xero, QuickBooks or similar accounting software

Previous public accounting or tax preparation experience is an asset but is not required for the right candidate. Training will be provided. Why Join Bridge LLP?

- Hands-on experience in a public accounting environment
- Exposure to personal tax, bookkeeping and corporate year-end engagements
- Work directly with experienced CPAs and accounting professionals
- Small, collaborative team environment
- Opportunity for the six-month position to develop into long-term employment
- Opportunity to gain experience across a broad range of clients and industries

How to Apply Please submit your resume to:

Kyle Moore, CPA [email protected]

Bridge LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants

Lethbridge, Alberta

Local candidates only, please.

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Seasonal Tax Preparer / Accounting Technician (Lethbridge)
🏢 Bridge LLP Chartered Professional Accountants
📍 Lethbridge