Senior Accountant, Accounting & Assurance

Firefly Transformation Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Bonuses

Job summary

Firefly Transformation Solutions is seeking an experienced CPA-focused professional to join a dynamic accounting firm. You will lead audit engagements, supervise junior staff, and ensure high-quality working papers and financial statements.

The role emphasizes professional development, training CPA students, and staying current with tax and technical developments in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Completed CPA designation or near completion.
• Minimum 4 years public accounting experience.
• Experience leading engagement teams and training CPA students.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Audit and review financial statements independently or in teams.
• Lead engagement teams from planning to fieldwork and training.
• Review working papers for quality before final review.
• Complete compilations with documentation.
• Prepare financial statements and notes; stay updated on tax developments.
• Assist training and mentoring of Co-op/new staff.

Skills

Audit & review

Team leadership

CPA student training

Accounting software

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation

Tools

iFirm

QuickBooks

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Our client is a dynamic and growing accounting firm. They offer a supportive and friendly environment with opportunity for growth and truly value work-life balace.

What you'll do

• Audit and review of financial statements independently and in teams with minimal supervision (including thorough response to planning, identification and resolution of engagement issues, complete working paper organization and evidence, thorough clearing of queries)
• Lead engagement teams, which will include planning, fieldwork and training of CPA students
• Review for completion/overall quality of working papers prepared by junior staff prior to handing in to manager/partner for detailed review
• Complete compilation assignments (including thorough documentation of working papers)
• Preparation of financial statements and notes
• Keep abreast of current and emerging technical and tax developments
• (i.e. attending required PD courses, maintaining required PD hours and self-study)
• Preparation of basic and complex personal, trust and corporate income tax returns with reduced supervision
• Preparation of letters and other communications to clients and CRA
• Assistance with training and mentoring of Co-op and new staff
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completed CPA designation or near completion.
• Minimum 4 years public accounting experience
• Experience in preparation of review and audit engagements within a team or individually
• Experience leading engagement teams, including planning, fieldwork and training of CPA students.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., iFirm, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities and support for CPA certification.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

This posting is for an active, existing vacancy.