Senior Accountant
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Preparation of financial statements for all engagement types (audits, reviews, compilation) in accordance with ASPE in variety of for profit and NPO organizations
- Exposure to IFRS – public company audits
- Preparation of T1s, T2s, T3s, T3010s, T4s and T5s
- Preparation of GST/HST/PSB returns according to regulatory requirements
- Leading teams on a variety of engagements in both small and large scales, and organizes work effort of teams
- Advises, coaches and support team members by promoting positive learning environment and providing support and feedback
- Handle multiple engagements efficiently and effectively, and effectively plans and organizes own work effort
- Completes tasks within budget and meets time budgets and track variances
- Effective communication with clients, demonstrating ability to identify areas for client service and develop strong networks
- Keeping partners, managers, team members and clients informed on an ongoing basis, of progress and significant issues
- Participate in leadership activities both internally and externally
Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge:
- CPA designation or actively enrolled in the CPA program (midway through or nearing completion) is an asset
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting
- 3+ years of relevant work experience in public accounting
- Strong knowledge of ASPE/ASNPO and knowledge of the ITA
- Strong knowledge of IFRS – public company audits
- Highly proficient PC skills, especially in Excel
- Experience working with accounting and tax software such as CaseWare, Quickbooks, Sage/Simply Accounting, TaxPrep
- Detail orientated work, and able to perform under tight deadlines and with competing priorities in a fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal, relationship building skills and professionalism
- Strong commitment to continuous learning, and meeting client needs
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task competing priorities
Note: This posting is for an existing vacancy
Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We are pleased to accommodate individual needs of job applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have a CPA designation or have successfully written the CFE?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- relevant work: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Markham, ON
