Senior Accountant

Northbound Recruitment; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A client-focused accounting firm in Vancouver seeks Senior Accountants to deliver exceptional accounting services. You will handle complex client file engagements, ensuring the highest standards of client service. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, guiding junior team members, and actively participating in assurance engagements. Ideal candidates possess a CPA designation, have at least 2 years of auditing experience, and excel in team collaboration. This position is vital for helping clients achieve financial success.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of 2 years of auditing experience in public accounting.
• Be deadline-driven to ensure timely work completion.
• Demonstrate patience in communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and tax returns.
• Participate in assurance engagements from planning to completion.
• Guide junior team members in their daily work.

Skills

Time management

Client communication

Team collaboration

Technical expertise

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Undergraduate degree

Tools

CaseWare Working Papers

Taxprep

Job description

Our client is seeking Senior Accountants to join our team and deliver outstanding accounting services to our clients. We have openings for Senior Accountants in both our Private Enterprise team in Surrey and our Assurance team in Vancouver.

In this role, you will support Managers and Partners by handling both routine and complex client file engagements, ensuring exceptional client service. You will play a significant role in coordinating and guiding team members to meet client expectations.

We are looking for outgoing, proactive individuals who are committed to the team and willing to put in the effort to ensure that work is completed efficiently, on time, and within budget.

We pride ourselves on alleviating our clients stress by breaking down barriers to their financial success, and you will be instrumental in achieving this goal.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review financial statements and tax returns.
• Participate in the planning, preparation, and completion of assurance engagements.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve key issues and discrepancies during assurance engagements.
• Guide junior team members in their daily fieldwork.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with clients.
• Demonstrate technical expertise and a strong understanding of professional standards.

ADDITIONAL TASKS

• Utilize CaseWare Working Papers to review or compile client information.
• Use tax software (Taxprep) to prepare or review tax returns.
• Manage your schedule and deadlines effectively to ensure budget and time recovery on engagements.

REQUIREMENTS

• You have completed your CPA designation, recently wrote the CFE, or hold an undergraduate degree and are nearing completion of your senior designation.
• You possess a minimum of 2 years of auditing experience in a public accounting firm.
• You can manage time efficiently and are familiar with tax, bookkeeping, and client software.
• You are deadline-driven and consistently complete work on time.
• You are prepared to work long hours when necessary.
• You maintain patience and composure while communicating with colleagues and clients to ensure their needs are met.
• You are an exceptional team player with experience working in a collaborative setting.