Job Description

Company Profile The August Group (www.augustgroup.com) provides services to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families as well as professional athletes (NHL/NBA/MLB) in a variety of capacities via its three subsidiaries: August Lifestyle (a 24/7 concierge service), August Icon Marketing (a full-service athlete marketing agency), and August Group Capital (a registered portfolio manager and investment advisor, providing a multitude of family office services including investment management and coordination of estate planning, accounting, tax, legal matters, life and P&C insurance as well as philanthropic activities).
August Group Capital The multi-family office branch of the firm oversees client investment assets and allocates to various top-tier managers globally with a particular focus on private investment funds. August Group Capital also provides coordination on client estate planning, life and P&C insurance, accounting, taxation, legal, and philanthropic activities. August Group Capital is a registered portfolio manager in QC, ON, AB, MB and BC, as well as an RIA in the United States.
About the position Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Accountant will primarily be responsible for overseeing our client\xe2\x80\x99s financial data (personal, trusts and corporations) by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, financial entries, and reconciliations. The chosen candidate must have a strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles as well as excellent attention to detail.
Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare and record bank transfers and loan advances
• Analyze daily cash flow activities, reconcile assets, and cash balances, maintain a balanced cash account
• Investigate discrepancies and perform corrections as needed
• Prepare and key journal entries to record various accounting transactions
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly, and as required
• Create and prepare accurate annual financial statements
• Coordinate accounts payable and accounts receivable for our clients
• Coordinate preparation and review of personal, trust and corporate tax returns
• Prepare customized financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
• Act as the liaison between the client, August and third-party accountants
• Implementation of professional accounting software to be used companywide (Canada and US)
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in accounting or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in an accounting role
• CPA designation required
• Advanced knowledge of professional accounting software
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Solid experience with financial statements, corporate and sales taxes, and limited partnerships
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Other Details
We appreciate the interest from all candidates, and are committed to reviewing all applications, but we will only be contacting those who best fit the requirements. The August Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete background and reference checks.
Thank you for your interest in The August Group.