12200
Accounting technicians and bookkeepers
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- Yes
Classification
Business, finance & administration
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Definition
Accounting technicians and bookkeepers maintain complete sets of books, keep records of accounts, verify the procedures used for recording financial transactions, and provide personal bookkeeping services. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
- Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers and prepare financial statements
- Calculate and prepare cheques for payrolls and for utility, tax and other bills
- Complete and submit tax remittance forms, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms and other government documents
- Prepare tax returns and perform other personal bookkeeping services
- Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports.
Example job titles
- •accounting bookkeeper
- •accounting technician
- •bookkeeper
- •finance technician
Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, accounting technicians and bookkeepers are classified under code 12200. This occupation falls under TEER 2, making it eligible for key Canadian economic immigration programs managed through the Express Entry system, including the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Individuals in this role play a vital part in maintaining financial records, balancing accounts, and preparing financial statements for businesses across various Canadian industries.
According to the Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) guidelines, the primary duties of NOC 12200 professionals include maintaining general ledgers, preparing trial balances, posting journal entries, calculating payrolls, completing government tax remittance forms, and generating financial reports. To qualify under this NOC, candidates typically require completion of a college program in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field, or completion of recognized courses combined with several years of experience as a financial or accounting clerk.
Aspiring immigrants with experience as accounting technicians or bookkeepers can leverage Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) alongside Federal Express Entry streams to secure permanent residency in Canada. Accurate classification of work experience in accordance with ESDC guidelines is essential for a successful application.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.