Givens LLP Chartered Professional
Accountants is in search of a highly skilled
ACCOUNTING CO-OP STUDENT
to join our growing team!
THE ORGANIZATION
We're building the best accounting business in the Edmonton region by empowering entrepreneurs to build scalable, profitable businesses with proven accounting technology, data-driven strategies, and actionable advice.
Over the last 75 years, we’ve grown our accounting firm to three full-service branches throughout Alberta. We’re a dynamic team of high-performing people who focus on meaningful client relationships, provide exceptional services, instill teamwork, and provide on-the-job training with an open-door policy. We listen, learn, and understand the unique challenges our clients face and always provide them with innovative accounting solutions. Our success is due to a work culture that is both family-focused and professional. We like to have fun while operating with a fierce will and determination that puts our clients and professionalism at the forefront of everything we do.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As a member of Givens LLP Chartered Professional Accountant Team, the Accounting Co-Op Student will maximize the business's opportunity for fulfillment and growth.
With Givens, our Accounting Co-Op Student will build relationships with new clients and manage relationships with existing ones whilst meeting time and revenue budgets and workflow deadlines. A successful Accounting Co-Op Student will have a high level of intellectual curiosity to identify gaps, growth, and other potential client needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work individually on the preparation of personal tax returns, T4s, T3s, and T5s.
- Prepare bookkeeping, accounting records, adjusting journal entries, T2s and the compilation of Notice to Reader engagements for corporate tax clients.
- Communicate directly with clients and third parties to obtain necessary information for task completion.
THE INDIVIDUAL
Success in the role of Accounting Co-Op Student calls for a motivated individual with beginner’s knowledge in accounting and/or bookkeeping, with a high level of time management, organizational, and analytical skills.
Your background includes the ability to self-manage day-to-day activities, including support in the production of taxation, fulfillment of accounting processes, and identification of opportunities for clients.
You’re a motivated professional who thrives on creating a climate of inclusion, trust, and productivity.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Essential)
- Currently working towards an Accounting Degree or College Diploma.
- Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel skills.
- Detail-oriented individual with superior organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong focus on client service and emerging leadership skills.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Desirable)
- Exposure to CaseWare, Profile, Sage and/or QuickBooks software is an asset.
Compensation
We’re offering an exceptional opportunity for you to use your skills, to work on diverse assignments in a flexible work environment with a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- A standard 40-hour work week.
- Paid overtime or time off in lieu of overtime.
HOW TO APPLY
If this describes you and you are interested in working in a professional environment with other remarkable people, please send a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your unofficial transcript to careers@givens.ca. In the Subject Line of the email, please use Accounting Co-op Student.
Thank you in advance for your application, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.