Job Description

Senior Accountant The firm: We are ascentia CPA \xe2\x80\x93 a modern and growing full-service public accounting practice that believes in leveraging technology to offer better and faster solutions to our clients. Our team offers quality services to personal and business clients across Canada, with our current office locations in Port Hardy, Surrey, Sidney and Nipawin. As a firm, we take great pride in the culture and values we have created for our people \xe2\x80\x93 our team and our clients. We are a team of people who continuously focus on building and fostering long-term and quality relationships with our clients, while encouraging each other to strive for excellence, growth and a deep sense of meaning in what we do. The role: We are looking for a permanent, full-time Senior Accountant to come join our team at ascentia CPA! As a Senior Accountant, you will be the forefront of our client engagements, leveraging your skills to deliver top-notch financial solutions. You will be working out of our Sidney office from 9 am \xe2\x80\x93 5 pm, Monday to Friday. *Additional hours may be required during tax season* Reports to: \xc2\xb7 Managers \xc2\xb7 Partner Your role\xe2\x80\x99s duties and key responsibilities include: \xc2\xb7 Meet and communicating with clients effectively and competently \xc2\xb7 Manage, oversee and train junior staff \xc2\xb7 Prepare compilation and review engagements, financial statements and corporate tax returns (T2) \xc2\xb7 Prepare personal tax returns (T1) and information returns (T4/T5/T4A,T5018), if required \xc2\xb7 Correspond with clients and government agencies \xc2\xb7 Perform other special projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and improve accounting practices \xc2\xb7 Manage workload and deadlines independently Skills and experience: \xc2\xb7 CPA designation is a must with a strong technical skills and knowledge of professional standards \xc2\xb7 At least 1-2 years of relevant experience post-designation in a public practice in the same or similar role as described above \xc2\xb7 Experience with Quickbooks, Quickbooks Online, Simply Accounting and MS Office \xc2\xb7 Experience with CaseWare and TaxPrep (or similar software) \xc2\xb7 Detail-oriented \xc2\xb7 Fast learner and adaptable \xc2\xb7 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills \xc2\xb7 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English \xc2\xb7 Strong organizational skills \xc2\xb7 Excellent interpersonal skills and works effectively in a team environment \xc2\xb7 Can work independently and under tight deadlines Salary + Perks: \xc2\xb7 $75,000- 85,000 per year (+ benefits package) \xc2\xb7 Flexible schedule with a great work/life balance \xc2\xb7 Minimal overtime during tax season \xc2\xb7 Free and secured parking space \xc2\xb7 Potential of becoming Manager/growth within the firm If you think you\xe2\x80\x99re the right fit for this role, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@ascentiacpa.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted. ascentia CPA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday