Job Description

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team and help deliver outstanding service to our clients. Our firm is growing and we are looking for the right person to grow with us.

OUR FIRM

Specializes in working with owners of private corporations to build wealth and minimize taxes Our clients operate in a wide range of industries including medical professionals, information technology, construction, landscaping, oil and gas, film and television, legal, photography, tradespersons, wholesale and retail Accounting services include compilation (i.e. Notice to Reader) and review engagements (no audits) Tax services range from preparation of corporate and personal tax returns to corporate re-organizations

RESPONSIBILITIES

All aspects of preparing financial statements for compilation and review engagements including working paper files with adjusting entries and referenced supporting documentation; GST returns and reconciliations; payroll returns and reconciliations; and corporate income tax returns Personal tax returns including optimization of deductions and credits Bookkeeping assignments including bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, receivables and payables Investment statement summaries and analysis including calculating adjusted cost base, capital gains and losses and reconciling to information returns (T3, T5, T5013, etc.) Keeping partners informed of problems encountered with assigned work, researching alternatives and recommending solutions to those problems Other duties as requested

REQUIREMENTS

University degree or College diploma in accounting Previous work experience with bookkeeping, accounting and tax in a firm environment is an asset Knowledge of QuickBooks, Xero, Excel and Word Experience with CaseWare, Jazzit and Taxcycle is an asset

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Positive attitude and desire to help clients as well as other team members Results oriented with the ability to complete assignments on time and manage multiple priorities at once Friendly and personable Great attention to detail Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

ADVANTAGES TO JOINING OUR FIRM

Attractive salary range plus bonus Generous benefits package Professional development and training An environment that emphasizes a healthy balance between life and work
Please note that the start date is flexible. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: In person