Intermediate Accountant

Stern Cohen is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join the Firm’s Assurance Team. The Senior Accountant focuses mainly on Compilation engagements. This role will report directly to the Manager and Principal of the team, and will interact regularly with all Stern Cohen partners, team members, and clients.

Stern Cohen is your opportunity for a rewarding career with an innovative and award-winning firm. We encourage you to check out our website and the Careers page for team member reviews and to learn more about what makes us unique.

Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of fieldwork for audit and review engagements, including:
  • Preparation and completion of planning documents and financial statements
  • Recognition of accounting issues and cooperation with manager/partner to create solutions
• Preparation of compilation engagements for owner-managed businesses in various industries
• Correspondence with clients, acquiring a strong understanding of clients’ businesses and proactively responding to and anticipating clients’ needs within approved budget and timelines
• Preparation of corporate tax returns, related checklists and additional tax filings as required
• Gain an appropriate level of personal and corporate tax knowledge
• Maintain and develop knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and updates
• Contribution to firm growth and community

Your Skills and Experience

• CPA designation or pursuing completion
• 2 years progressive experience in a public accounting practice
• Experience working with mid-market / small business / entrepreneurial clients is preferred
• Dedication to client service excellence and a drive to understand the clients’ business and maintain good client relationships
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to multi-task, manage, and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid understanding of business professionalism and the ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency and knowledge of accounting software including Caseware/Caseview, Tax Prep, Microsoft Office including Excel

Benefits of a Career at Stern Cohen

• Culture of lifelong learning
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Enthusiastic team spirit
• Flex hours to allow for work-life balance
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package
• ‘Dress for Your Day’ policy

Interested applicants are asked to send their resume to hr@sterncohen.com. Please reference Intermediate Accountant in the subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those whose skills and experience closely match our requirements for the position.

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