Job Description

Our client, an established, progressive and highly respected boutique public accounting firm, is currently seeking a Staff Accountant for their office in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This opportunity will appeal to you if you are seeking a challenging and fulfilling role within a team-oriented, family friendly work environment committed to work/life balance.With superior client service and an entrepreneurial drive, the firm provides accounting, tax, and business advisory services to a variety of Atlantic Canada\xc2\x92s most reputable private companies. You will be engaged in an exceptional learning environment by working with staff who also have years of industry experience in senior roles. The firm offers a competitive salary and desirable benefits package and value the contributions of every employee.Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Review engagements
• Notice to Reader
• Corporate, personal and trust tax return preparation
• Complex accounting research
• Ad hoc client projects
• Client accounting
• Client meetings and enquiry management
• Other related activities in support of clients and the Partners

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• CPA or interest in working towards CPA designation
• Bachelor of Commerce or BBA in Accounting
• Strong financial and analytical comprehension and problem solver
• Prior experience within a public accounting environment is an asset
• Proactive and client service oriented
• Skilled at time management and prioritization
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly professional and value client confidentiality
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with team members
• Proficient in financial statement preparation
• High level comfort with Microsoft Office and accounting systems in general
• Previous experience with CaseWare and professional tax software is an asset

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Natalie Clothier, Senior Recruitment Consultant at .Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada\xc2\x92s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at .Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

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