We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant for our clients Private Company Group. We are looking for an eager candidate who wants to grow their skills and continue to climb the corporate ladder. If you are looking for an environment that helps you learn through experience and professional development, this is a fantastic opportunity.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing relationships with existing clients and forging new ones in order to exceed their expectations.  You will manage the relationship throughout the assignment and ensure proactive and professional communication with key stakeholders. You will contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team by seeking feedback, collaborating with your peers and demonstrating a positive attitude and approach to your work. You will also promote a culture of learning and development by assisting to Coach more junior staff.

 Your work will be primarily:

• Preparing financial statements from source documentation for operating companies and investment holding companies;
• Preparing various tax election forms;
•  Year-end planning for various companies;
•  Compilation of client information and working paper file preparation;
•  Planning and executing review engagements in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards in addition to preparation of financial statement in accordance with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises
•  Drafting complete financial statements and related notes and preparing personal and corporate tax returns and other information.
• Supervising and coaching junior staff and reviewing their work where applicable.
• Following-up on Notices of (Re) Assessments;
• Preparing memos to file and other correspondence, as required;
•  Researching, as required.

Requirements:

• Accounting diploma or degree from a College or University
•  CPA Designation 
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with clients at a professional level;
• Good report writing skills;
• Fundamental Financial Accounting and Tax knowledge;
• Sound knowledge of preparing Canadian personal and corporate income tax returns;
• Good organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and multi task
• Computer software knowledge (Excel, Caseware, Tax Prep, QuickBooks, Simply Accounting)
• Proactive and takes ownership for development