Job Description

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Our firm is a family-run boutique firm specializing in providing accounting and financial advisory to clients in various industries like healthcare, veterinarian, insurance, real estate etc . Our environment promotes an independent and flexible workspace. We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a great family with a personal touch and a strong ability to work on deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to work on weekends during tax season (Saturdays). Willing to improve processes with the adoption of digital platforms, cloud accountings, and the progression of remote/paperless accounting.

Main Duties include:

Provide accounting, tax and assurance services to owner-managed business clients; Manage engagements from start to completion which includes CFO services, bill payment, payroll, bookkeeping and YE including consulting directly with clients; Prepare engagement working papers, financial statements, and client correspondence; Discuss financial statements and engagement issues with appropriate managers; Participate in tax planning on corporate engagements and personal tax matters; Prepare and file corporate tax returns and complex personal tax returns (Investments, Rental, Self-employed, Farming); Prepare all other tax forms T4/T5/T4A, Payroll Reconciliation, HST filing; Perform and supervise bookkeeping duties and recommend solutions to bookkeeper; Understand client's business models and industries and customize solutions as needed; Coordinate with reporting manager to manage clients and recommend solutions to management; Will be responsible for managing own portfolio of clients and directly dealing with clients for all needs; and Will be responsible for internal bookkeeper liaison for your clients.

Qualification:

Minimum 3 years of experience in a canadian public accounting firm Solid understanding of accounting principles and working paper file preparation Experience using CaseWare, TaxPrep, Profile, QuickBooks Desktop and Online, Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and efficiently Effective verbal and written communication skills with both clients and team members Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Good knowledge of corporate and personal tax Post-secondary education in Accounting

ucation:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or any other similar major with a background in accounting

Students working towards CPA designation are welcome

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Vision care
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Canadian Public Accounting: 3 years (required) Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person