Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper

Browns Chartered Professional Accountants Inc.

Delta, BC

$25.00–$35.00 per hour | Full-Time | In-Office

About Us

Browns Chartered Professional Accountants Inc. is a well-established public practice CPA firm serving individuals and owner-managed businesses throughout British Columbia. We provide accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients.

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper to join our team. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, and supporting clients in a fast-paced public practice environment.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper will be responsible for full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliations, government remittances, and assisting with year-end accounting files, corporate and personal tax preparation, and client support.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of independently managing multiple client files while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple corporate clients across various industries
• Preparation and review of bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparation and maintenance of bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting software
• Preparation and filing of GST/PST returns and government remittances
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
• Preparation of working papers and assistance with year-end compilation engagements
• Assisting with preparation of T1 personal tax returns and T2 corporate tax returns
• Communication with clients regarding bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting matters
• Maintaining organized digital working paper files
• Assisting the accounting team during busy tax and year-end periods
• Liaising with CRA and responding to routine client inquiries

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Minimum 4 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience (public practice experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting processes
• Experience with full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll processing, GST/PST filings, and account reconciliations
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Sage, or similar accounting software
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client files in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a public practice CPA firm
• Experience with CaseWare, Profile, TaxCycle, or similar tax/accounting software
• Experience preparing year-end working papers
• Diploma or degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping
• CPA student or bookkeeping certification considered an asset

Compensation & Benefits

• $25.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time permanent position
• Professional and supportive work environment
• Career growth opportunities within public practice
• Exposure to bookkeeping, payroll, accounting, and tax work

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Full-Time
• In-Office Position – Delta, BC

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your bookkeeping and accounting experience.

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person