senior accountant

Government of Canada; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization located in Ontario is seeking an experienced financial advisor to assist clients in achieving their financial goals. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in accounting. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, analyzing client records, and managing a team. Strong communication skills are essential for providing effective client-focused service. This role is on-site with no remote work options available.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Detailed knowledge of accounting standards and practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients' financial goals and objectives.
• Prepare financial statements and reports.
• Provide financial, business, and tax advice.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting principles

Client focus

Communication skills

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 Tasks

• 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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• 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