Our team is growing and we're looking for new members that complement our commitment to excellence and corporate culture!

Millards is currently seeking an ambitious Senior Accountant with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant post-designation public accounting experience to join our Assurance team. Local travel will require access to a vehicle for travel to clients.

Why choose a career at Millards?

Here at Millards, we offer growth, respect, and work/life balance. Aside from a competitive compensation, benefits package and RRSP plan, working with Millards offers individuals the opportunity for growth, to make their mark in accounting and work with a firm that is highly respected in the community and further afield.

We believe in teamwork, ongoing professional development, and efficient, professional, and excellent client service.

With the majority of our CPA's and Partners having started as students with us, this speaks to the loyalty Millards has towards its employees and vice versa.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Manage audit and review engagements for private, not for profit and public sector clients.
• Lead field engagement teams, including coaching, mentoring and training junior team members.
• Review of working paper files, financial statements and tax returns prepared by other staff.
• Establish and cultivate positive working relationships with clients, and promptly address their requests.
• Maintain ongoing communication with team members regarding progress updates and issues.

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation.
• 5 years of relevant assurance experience in a public accounting firm.
• Thorough understanding and experience with:

• Canadian Auditing Standards
• Review engagements
• Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises
• Accounting Standards for Not for Profit Organizations
• Public Sector Accounting Standards

• Working experience with software such as Caseware and Taxprep.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of regulatory standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions and Benefits

• Competitive Group Benefits & RRSP Package
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Working in office with occasional travel
• Reimbursement for personal health & wellness initiatives
• Staff Social Committee
• Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment

Firm Overview

Founded in Brantford, Ontario in 1920, Millards has been providing accounting services for over 100 years. We have a combined team of nearly 120 highly skilled experts including Partners, Associates, Senior Accountants, and support staff.

Millards is a highly respected public accounting firm with four locations across Southern Ontario. Each location works independently but frequently works together co-operatively to provide a more comprehensive range of skillsets and capabilities to our clients.

As a full-service accounting firm, we provide a range of services including personal, corporate, taxation, and valuation. From our Southern Ontario locations, we serve a diverse base of urban and rural clients ranging from individuals and estates, private and professional corporations, and agricultural businesses. Friendly, knowledgeable, and reliable-- our clients can count on Millards for effective and experience driven expertise!

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, outlining how their skills and experience meet the needs of this position.

We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates may be subject to background inquiries. By applying to this position, you are confirming you are eligible to work in Canada.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disability Act, 2005, we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in all parts of the hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.