Senior Accountant

International Staffing Consultants, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing consulting agency in North York seeks a Senior Accountant with a CPA designation and at least 3 years of Canadian public accounting experience. The candidate will engage directly with clients to resolve accounting and tax issues, mentor junior staff, and produce financial statements while ensuring compliance. The role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth in financial accounting and taxation within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in financial accounting

Leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Canadian public accounting.
• Strong expertise in accounting practices and corporate tax knowledge.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Engage in direct communication with clients to address complex accounting issues.
• Compile and produce accurate financial statements.
• Prepare corporate tax returns for investment companies.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Corporate tax knowledge

Client communication

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

CPA Designation

Tools

TaxPrep

CaseWare

Caseview

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team in North York. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in public accounting and corporate tax, looking to make a significant impact through direct client engagement and leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in direct communication with clients to address and resolve complex accounting and tax issues.
• Compile and produce accurate financial statements in accordance with established guidelines.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in strict compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• Prepare corporate tax returns for various investment companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct preparation of Notice-to-Readers and participate in assurance work.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

• CPA Designation is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Canadian public accounting.
• Strong expertise in accounting practices and corporate tax knowledge.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Outstanding communication and client service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Proficient teamwork skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with TaxPrep, CaseWare, and Caseview is essential.

Benefits

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial accounting, taxation, and assurance. It provides a platform to develop leadership capabilities through staff supervision and offers exposure to a variety of investment company tax scenarios.

Location: North York

Remote Option: No