senior accountant

Wilkinson & Company LLP; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accounting firm in Quinte West is seeking an experienced accountant to handle clients' financial systems and reports. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in accounting. Candidates must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers health and dental benefits along with other perks.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Must be able to work on site without remote options.
• Proficient in preparing financial statements and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients' financial goals and objectives.
• Plan, set up, and administer accounting systems.
• Analyze clients' financial records.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Client focus

Ability to multitask

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor\'s degree

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients\' financial goals and objectives
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Supervise staff
• Analyze clients\' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Work conditions

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence
• Proactive

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other Benefits

• Other benefits