Job Description

Staff Accountant
Essex, Ontario, Canada

We are a leading mid-market firm with locations in London, Dorchester, Aylmer, Leamington and Essex, Ontario. We provide audit, accounting, tax and a wide range of business advisory services, which include business acquisitions, divestitures and financing, human resources, recruitment and IT services.

We serve clients from all over the world ranging in size from small owner-managed enterprises to large, privately held organizations in various industries including agriculture business, fishing, automotive, real estate, manufacturing, professional services, and the not-for-profit sector.

The Baker Tilly national network is one of Canada\'s largest associations of Chartered Professional Accounting firms. Baker Tilly\'s global reach extends beyond the 45+ offices in Canada into 146 territories worldwide: with over 36,000 team members. Together, we offer clients an established platform and access to the highest quality resources for audit, tax and transaction support in the global marketplace.

The home office for this role will be based out of our Leamington, Ontario office.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assist in planning, execution and completion of a wide range of Audit, Review and Compilation (T1, T2, T3, T5) engagements, both independently and as part of a team
• Analyze financial information, accounting processes and operation procedures; provide account reconciliations and propose adjusting entries
• Assess risk, controls, operational performance and adherence to GAAP
• Prepare personal, corporate, non-profit organization information and charitable tax returns
• Collaborate with peers and senior management on file planning and completion within time constraints
• Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships
• Preparation and review of financial statements and related note disclosure

A successful candidate will have:

A successful candidate will have:

Successful completion of Common Final Evaluation (CFE), at a minimum holding a status of CPA-in-waiting
Legally able to work in Canada - this is not a sponsored postion
Project management and strong organizational skills
Experience with Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, Sage Accounting and Quickbooks (QBO) is an asset
Ability to detect and solve problems
Able to communicate well with clients both verbally and in writing
Some farming knowledge would be an asset

Application Information:

Please forward your resume and cover letter to drfuerth@bakertilly.ca

Baker Tilly