Co-op Student Job Edmonton area,Alberta Canada,Accounting

Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP is the largest local, independent, full-service accounting firm in Alberta. But that doesn’t mean we’re only about spreadsheets and number crunching. When we come to work daily, we are driven by a desire to be creative and continually open to new possibilities. This includes building strong relationships with all the people we serve — our clients, our team members and our community.

What matters most to us is staying connected, versatile and accessible. These are the qualities that allow us to make a real difference in people’s lives and empower them to reach their full potential.

We are an exceptional company – we embrace making small investments, learning from failures quickly, and growing stronger together. We seek inventive problem-solvers who prioritize customers to uncover victories across diverse sectors.

We don't hire for compatibility; we hire for contribution. We search for candidates who embody our core values:
Advancement, Accountability, Empathy, Intention, Openness, and Uniqueness. If you're enthusiastic about KRP, flourish in a dynamic setting, and aspire to collaborate with a brilliant, diverse team, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Scope:

Prepare compilation engagements, personal taxes, audits and reviews
Plan and review and a variety of engagements as required, as the individual progresses in their role
Assist with a variety of accounting tasks and projects
Assume the position of trusted liaison between managers, partners and clients
Prepare financial statements and tax returns for corporate, personal, and trust clients
Apply accounting principles and auditing procedures to ensure client records are properly prepared
Identify issues and potential solutions and make recommendations for best solution
Work within time budgets, monitors progress to budget and meets deadlines
Accept responsibility for role within work teams
Participate in education and training programs

Your

Qualifications:

Pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce degree or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institute with a major in Accounting
Knowledge and experience working in accounting software such as Case Ware, Tax Prep, Quick Books, and Simply Accounting would be an asset
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel would be an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Exceptional time management and organizational skills, capable of multitasking various tasks, projects, and strategic improvement initiatives
Detail-oriented, proactive, and embodying our core values
A salary that not only meets but exceeds market standards
Enjoy our on-site fitness center for those endorphin-fueled work breaks
Elevate your career with our plethora of professional development opportunities

First Nations Acknowledgment

As this role is based in Edmonton, Alberta, KRP wishes to recognize that we are on the traditional lands known as Treaty 6 Territory, and that the City of Edmonton and all its inhabitants are beneficiaries of this peace and friendship treaty. Treaty 6 encompasses the traditional territories of numerous western Canadian First Nations, including Cree, Dene, Stoney Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, and Ojibwe.

KRP is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a psychologically safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, where all team members have a sense of belonging. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, nationality, and education levels, to apply. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.

We

Seek High Performers Who:

Embody our core values
Have a thirst for knowledge
Are intrinsically motivated
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