JOB ID
465629
POSTAL CODE
L5N6J3
JOB DESCRIPTION
A Mississauga-based, entrepreneurial Chartered Professional Accounting firm providing full-service accounting, bookkeeping and sophisticated tax planning solutions to a diverse client base.
As a multi-disciplinary practise, they offer specialized value-added business solutions, as well as an in-house law firm.
They are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant in their Compilation Division, who is a qualified CPA, and experienced in Canadian Public Accounting to join their growing team.
Responsibilities
- Independently prepare personal and corporate tax returns.
- Assist and independently prepare corporate and personal tax planning. (i.e. dividend vs. salary calculations)
- Strong understanding in Canadian taxation.
- Maintaining client files in a paperless methodology.
- Independently research tax issues and collaborate with the team to determine solutions, including correspondence with CRA.
- Independently work directly with clients.
- Effectively manage multiple projects and regularly monitor deadline budgets.
- Identify value-added services while working on engagements.
Skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Superior customer service, with the ability to understand the clients’ business and needs.
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision and within a team environment.
- Drive to grow skills through ongoing research and professional education.
- Ability to foster and maintain strong client relationships.
- Strong accounting background including knowledge of relevant accounting frameworks and file documentation best practices.
- Strong technical skills in CaseWare, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Tax Prep, Excel and Word.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a Canadian Public Accounting practice.
- Strong understanding in Canadian taxation.