About East Coast Accounting Solutions Inc.
East Coast Accounting Solutions Inc. is a professional accounting and tax firm serving clients throughout Prince Edward Island and Atlantic Canada. We specialize in bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and financial advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses. Our goal is to provide accurate, compliant, and value-driven financial solutions to help clients grow with confidence.
Position Overview
We are hiring an experienced Accounting Section Head to lead our accounting division for our NewComers desk and manage a team of accounting technicians. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and CRA regulations. This is a leadership role that requires strong technical expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to efficiently manage multiple client files. Priority will be given to candidates who can communicate effectively with Hungarian and German clientele. Additionally, preference will be given to applicants who are Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or on a valid pathway to Permanent Residency and do not require employer sponsorship.
Main Duties
• Supervise and coordinate accounting and bookkeeping staff.
• Ensure smooth operation of equipment
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Ensure accuracy of financial transactions
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Arrange for maintenance and repair work
• Plan, organize, and manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Review journal entries, general ledgers, and financial reports.
• Prepare and finalize adjusting entries, trial balances, and year-end working papers.
• Oversee corporate and personal tax files.
• Review HST filings, payroll, and remittance submissions.
• Ensure compliance with CRA filing deadlines and reporting standards.
• Train and mentor staff on accounting software and firm procedures.
• Communicate with clients to resolve inquiries and maintain professional relationships.
• Collaborate with management to develop and improve accounting processes.
Education and Experience
• College diploma or university degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and leadership experience.
Languages
• English
• Asset if able to communicate in Hungarian and or German
Computer and Technology Knowledge
• Microsoft Dynamics NAV
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Word
• Salesforce (CRM)
• SharePoint
• Xero
• Quick books
• Sage
•Accounting Software
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload
Screening Questions:
Do you have any financial post secondary education?
Do you have 5 year minimum experience in management in a financial setting?
Are you able to communicate in English (If also able to communicate in Hungarian or German, please mention this)
How to apply:
Please attach a cover sheet which includes the answers to the above screening questions. The Cover and Resume should then be sent by email to info@eastcoastaccounting.ca
Please note that only those who have the criteria and supporting evidence stated in this posting will make it through to the round of interviews. Thank you for your interest in this position.