Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant
September 8, 2026
Accounting Technician: Onsite – Whitehorse, Yukon
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full‑time
About us
Join a dynamic and growing CPA firm in Whitehorse, Yukon, where you can experience the complex and rewarding work of a larger firm with the relaxed flexibility of a boutique practice. At McKay and Associates, we offer opportunities to work with diverse clients and industries, including First Nation communities and businesses dedicated to mining services and resources, hospitality, manufacturing, municipalities and more.
Be part of a growing team and advance your career with us.
Why join our firm?
This is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance to experience the “North of North” lifestyle in the Yukon under the glow of the Northern Lights. What sets us apart is our ability to offer engaging, high‑calibre opportunities typically found at larger firms and a supportive, mentorship‑driven community.
Key responsibilities
As an Accounting Technician, you will be an integral part of our firm’s day‑to‑day operations. You will demonstrate your professionalism by ensuring time budgets and file deadlines are met, while continuing to develop your technical accounting expertise and contributing to the overall success of our firm.
Accounting and tax responsibilities
- Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
- Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
- Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
- Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
- Post journal entries
- Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
- Prepare tax returns, including GST returns, personal income tax returns and corporate income tax returns
- Prepare trial balance of books
- Reconcile accounts
Audit responsibilities
- Preparation of working paper files for audit, review and compilation engagements
- Substantive testing on audit files
Client support and firm growth
- Communicating with clients about their business and personal information as you work through the files
- Growing to understand our clients’ businesses and identifying and presenting possible solutions to supervisors for accounting and tax issues you encounter
- Creating time efficiencies and managing multiple deadlines
- Contributing to our positive team dynamic with all levels of staff and management
Key requirements
- Minimum one year of experience working with aspects of an accounting system beyond the AP/AR role
- Prior education including tax and accounting systems courses or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge of Taxprep, Caseware Financials and Sage 50/QuickBooks
- Effective communication skills
- Dedication to client service
- High ethical standards
Benefits of joining our firm
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate your studies
- Competitive salary and compensation package, including group extended health care benefits, disability insurance and life insurance
- Professional development opportunities such as financial support and time off for the CPA PEP
- Numerous progressive accounting software and app resources
- Work in an established firm with a reputation for integrity and quality services
- Opportunity to live and work in Whitehorse, a vibrant community filled with adventure and cultural richness
- Casual dress, company events and on‑site parking
Why Whitehorse?
More than a job, this role is an opportunity to experience career growth alongside the beauty and adventure of the Yukon. Whitehorse is a gateway to a classically Canadian lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor activities, cultural engagement with the First Nation population and a tight‑knit community. If you’re seeking a balanced family life and adventure under the Northern Lights, the Yukon offers a unique and rewarding experience.
Explore the tallest mountains in Canada at Kluane National Park and Reserve and enjoy salmon fishing on the Alaskan coast. Experience the spirit of the Klondike Gold Rush in Dawson City, where you can pan for gold, catch a show at Diamond Tooth Gerties Casino, and maybe even dare the infamous Sourtoe Cocktail. See the wild beauty of Tombstone National Park with unforgettable hiking and camping options among tall peaks and tundra clearings. Or even paddle 700 kilometres down the historic Yukon River, canoeing from Whitehorse to Dawson for the adventure of a lifetime.
How to apply
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role with a firm that values excellence and career development, while offering a unique Yukon experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@mckaycpas.ca, outlining how your skills and experience align with this role. Join us in Whitehorse for a thriving career and an authentic northern experience of the Yukon’s landscapes and communities.
Join us in the North
To apply for this job email your details to careers@mckaycpas.ca