senior accountant

LEBLANC SCOTT CPA; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Profit sharing

Job summary

Leblanc Scott CPA in Fredericton is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our public-practice team. You will work on audits, reviews and compilations for a diverse client base, gaining exposure to tax and business advisory services.

The role offers in-office, full-time employment with opportunities for long-term career growth, CPA progression, and collaboration with experienced professionals across industries.

Qualifications

• 2+ years public-practice accounting experience.
• CPA designation is an asset.
• Experience with Caseware and tax software.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting and taxation.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audit, review and compilation engagements.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns.
• Complete working papers, financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and resolve issues.
• Correspond with the CRA on behalf of clients when required.
• Identify accounting and tax issues and bring them forward for resolution.
• Review and provide guidance on the work of junior staff.
• Meet engagement deadlines and maintain high-quality files.
• Develop understanding of clients' businesses and needs.
• Participate in diverse engagements across industries.

Skills

Public accounting

CPA path

Client communication

Caseware

Tax preparation

Financial statements

Education

CPA designation (asset)

Tools

Caseware

Taxprep

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Senior Accountant

Leblanc Scott CPA is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join Leblanc Scott CPA public practice team in Fredericton. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build on their public-practice experience in a firm with a diverse client base and opportunities for long-term career growth. Our clients operate across a wide range of industries and businesses, providing our team with exposure to different accounting, tax and business environments.

Location: Fredericton, NB. Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare audit, review and compilation engagements from start to completion
• Prepare personal and corporate income tax returns
• Complete working papers, financial statements and supporting documentation
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, answer questions and resolve accounting issues
• Correspond and communicate with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on behalf of clients when required
• Identify accounting and tax issues and bring them forward for resolution
• Review and provide guidance on the work of junior and intermediate staff
• Assist in meeting engagement deadlines and maintaining high-quality files
• Develop a strong understanding of clients' businesses and accounting needs
• Participate in a variety of engagements across different industries and business types

Qualifications & Experience:

• 2 years or more of public-practice accounting experience preferred
• CPA designation is considered an asset
• Strong experience or familiarity with Caseware
• Taxprep
• QuickBooks
• Sage
• Experience preparing financial statements and working on audit, review and compilation engagements
• Experience preparing personal and corporate tax returns
• Strong understanding of Canadian accounting and taxation principles
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to provide guidance and supervision to less experienced staff

Why Join Leblanc Scott CPA? If you are an accounting professional who enjoys the variety of public practice, wants meaningful client interaction, and is looking for an opportunity to continue developing your career, this position offers the chance to:

• Gain experience across a diverse range of businesses and industries
• Expand your expertise in assurance, accounting and taxation
• Develop client relationships and professional communication skills
• Gain leadership and staff-supervision experience
• Continue progressing toward your CPA, where applicable
• Take on increasing responsibility and pursue future opportunities within the firm

Pay: $57,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing

Work Location: In person

Starts as soon as possible

vacancies 1 vacancy

Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time.