Senior Accountant

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead engagements, mentor junior staff, and manage complex tax matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of CPA firm experience, a CPA, CA designation, and excellent organizational skills. This role offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for career advancement in a growing firm located in Mississauga.

Benefits

Collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Opportunity for career advancement

Modern office space with great natural lighting

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a CPA firm with audit experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Solid knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal tax.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements collaborating with partners.
• Prepare working papers and review complex tax returns.
• Supervise junior team members and facilitate client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

University degree

CPA, CA designation

Tools

Standard software applications used in CPA firms

Job description

About the job

Our TorontoJobs.ca client, a growing CPA firm dedicated to providing high-quality service while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere is looking for a Senior Accountant who will play a key role in managing assurance and compilation engagements, preparing corporate and personal income tax returns and working closely with partners to assess client needs and offer expert advice. You will lead engagements, mentor junior team members, and ensure high standards of work while maintaining a flexible, confidential, and collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements, collaborating with partners and managers to plan and execute projects effectively.
• Prepare working papers, review complex tax returns, and compile financial statements with customized note disclosures.
• Maintain communication with clients, managing engagement timelines and facilitating client meetings.
• Supervise junior team members, offering guidance and training on larger engagements.
• Regularly communicate with partners to update on engagement progress and resolve any issues.
• Finalize and deliver financial statements and workpapers for partner/manager review.
• Develop a thorough understanding of client businesses and proactively address their needs.

Qualifications

• University degree and CPA, CA designation with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a CPA firm, including audit experience and demonstrated leadership in managing engagements and teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), with a focus on client service.
• Comfortable working independently while being a collaborative team player.
• Proficient in the standard software applications commonly used in CPA firms.
• Solid knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal tax matters.

Why apply?

• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• A modern office space with great natural lighting, located near Square One and major transit routes.
• Opportunity for career advancement in a growing firm.

Join us and take the next step in your career!

Company Info

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division 6645 Kitimat Road, Unit 27
Mississauga, ON, Canada

Phone: [phone]
www.TorontoJobs.ca