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LMIA Accounting Technician Jobs

NOC 12200 · Demand: Moderate · Avg Salary: $40,000 – $60,000

Accounting technicians, bookkeepers, and payroll administrators fill essential roles in businesses of all sizes across Canada. While not as high-volume as trades or hospitality for LMIA approvals, accounting professionals with experience in Canadian tax software (QuickBooks, Sage, Xero) and familiarity with CRA regulations are valued. Bilingual accounting professionals (English/French) are especially sought after for federal government positions and companies operating in both Quebec and the rest of Canada.

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Where Accounting Technician LMIA demand is active

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LMIA Accounting Technician Jobs in Canada

Accounting technicians, bookkeepers, and payroll administrators fill essential roles in businesses of all sizes across Canada. While not as high-volume as trades or hospitality for LMIA approvals, accounting professionals with experience in Canadian tax software (QuickBooks, Sage, Xero) and familiarity with CRA regulations are valued. Bilingual accounting professionals (English/French) are especially sought after for federal government positions and companies operating in both Quebec and the rest of Canada.

Top Hiring Provinces

Key Information

Avg Salary$40,000 – $60,000
NOC12200
Demand LevelModerate
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Professional-market positioning

For office and business roles, employers usually screen for software familiarity, reporting discipline, and communication quality before they assess sponsorship potential.

These pages perform better when the candidate sounds immediately useful to the team.

Salary and classification

Average range$40,000 – $60,000
Primary NOC12200

How to strengthen your profile

Match the tools, systems, and reporting tasks named in the posting.
Show measurable outcomes, not only responsibilities.
Use a concise Canadian-style resume and role-specific cover letter.

Cities to target

Ontarioactive market
Quebecactive market
British Columbiaactive market
Albertaactive market

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Frequently Asked Questions — Accounting Technician LMIA Jobs

How many LMIA Accounting Technician jobs are available in Canada?

There are no LMIA accounting technician positions available right now, but new listings are posted regularly. Top hiring provinces typically include Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia.

What is the average salary for a Accounting Technician in Canada?

The average salary range for LMIA accounting technician positions in Canada is $40,000 – $60,000 per year. Salaries vary by province, employer, and experience level. Employers must offer at least the prevailing wage for the occupation.

How do I apply for an LMIA Accounting Technician job in Canada?

Find an employer with an approved LMIA, apply directly to them, receive the LMIA confirmation from the employer, then apply for your work permit through IRCC. The NOC code for Accounting Technician is 12200. Processing typically takes 8-12 weeks total.

Official sources & review

Last reviewed May 20, 2026

This page combines live LMIA accounting technician listings with official Canadian sources on wages, work permits, and LMIA rules.

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Methodology

Employer and province snapshots on this page are calculated from active JobFit LMIA listings matched to accounting technician keywords. Salary and permit guidance is reviewed against official federal sources.

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