Senior Accountant, Assurance

BDO; Guelph; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public accounting firm in Guelph is seeking a Senior Accountant for their Assurance team. This role involves leading audit engagements, preparing working papers, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates should be a CPA or working towards it with over 3 years of external audit experience, showcasing strong problem-solving and communication skills. The firm promotes a culture of integrity, respect, and collaboration, and emphasizes personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate BDO's core values: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration.
• Understand client’s industry and deliver high-quality work.
• Be proactive in seeking professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements, prepare working papers, and compile financial statements.
• Streamline year-end engagements and prepare tax returns.
• Build positive relationships with clients and address their needs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CPA or working towards CPA designation

3+ years of experience in external audit

Job description

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

BDO Canada's London-Windsor group of offices are looking for Senior Accountants to join our Assurance team. This is a replacement role where the candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Lead audit engagements, prepare working papers, and compile financial statements, all in line with regulatory standards.
• Streamline year-end engagements and prepare tax returns for clients across a variety of industries.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, and address their needs and suggestions promptly.
• Contribute to business development and identify opportunities with existing clients.
• Keep your team in the loop on progress and potential issues, fostering a collaborative environment.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• You’re a CPA, or working towards your CPA designation, with at least 3 years of experience in external audit in the public accounting sector.
• You have a strong understanding of accounting standards and regulations.
• You are highly detail-oriented and demonstrate excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple engagements simultaneously.
• You are proactive in seeking out professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• You have strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.