Senior Accountant, Assurance

BDO; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Kitchener is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Assurance team. Responsibilities include leading audit engagements, preparing financial statements, and streamlining tax returns. The ideal candidate is a CPA or pursuing their designation with at least 3 years of external audit experience. This role promotes professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting standards and regulations.
• Proactive in seeking professional development opportunities.
• Ability to handle multiple engagements simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements and prepare financial statements.
• Streamline year-end engagements and prepare tax returns.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.

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

Putting people first, every day

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 high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada's Kitchener-Waterloo group of offices is looking for Senior Accountants to join our Assurance team. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading audit engagements, preparing working papers, and compiling financial statements in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Streamlining year-end engagements and preparing tax returns for clients across various industries.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, addressing their needs and suggestions promptly.
• Contributing to business development and identifying opportunities with existing clients.
• Keeping your team informed about progress and potential issues, fostering a collaborative environment.

How do we define success for your role?

• Demonstrating BDO's core values: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration in all aspects of your work.
• Understanding your clients' industries, challenges, and opportunities; being described as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work.
• Identifying, recommending, and focusing on effective service delivery to clients.
• Sharing in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent.
• Participating actively in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to promote innovation.
• Growing your expertise through continuous learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

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