Senior Accountant

We are a growing local public accounting firm. We have been in existence for over 25 years. We focus on small to medium size businesses. We provide a variety of services including the following: compilation of financial statements preparation of corporate income tax returns, preparation of personal income tax returns, bookkeeping services, consulting services and tax planning.

We are seeking a qualified accountant to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent, on-site position that's available immediately.

Experience and Location Requirements:

· Ideal candidate has at least 2-3 years of public accounting experience.

· Hold Canadian CPA designation or currently enrolled in CPA program.

· Currently residing within Canada and have met the necessary requirements to be able to work in Canada.

· Knowledge and experience with ASPE.

· Basic knowledge of Canadian tax (personal, corporate, excise).

· Proficiency with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Profile, QuickBooks Online and Sage 50 would be considered an asset.

· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

· Integrity and professionalism in a work environment.

· Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

· Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

What you will be doing:

· Preparation of financial statements and the associated working paper files for various small businesses using Caseware and Excel.

· Preparation of T2 corporate income tax returns (currently using Profile).

· Preparation of T1 personal income tax returns (currently using Profile).

· Preparation of T-slips and summaries.

· Preparation of payroll for small businesses using QBO and Sage.

· Preparation of WHSCC Annual Employer Statements.

· Responding to client information request letters received from CRA.

· Preparation of HST returns for various businesses.

· Preparation of bank reconciliations.

· Monthly bookkeeping services for various businesses.

· Meeting and corresponding with clients.

· Other duties as required.

Benefits:

· Competitive benefit package

· Bonuses

· Flexible work hours

· Group benefits plan

· Free on-site parking

· Gym membership

· Paid professional development course fees and/or CPA course fees

· Paid CPA membership fees

· Company events