Senior Accountant, Assurance

BDO; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Red Deer is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Assurance & Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and 2-3 years of audit experience. Responsibilities include handling audits, preparing financial statements, and fostering positive client relationships. A commitment to professional growth and effective communication is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Committed to professional development.
• Ability to work with private and publicly-listed enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Handle audit tasks effectively, independently or within a team.
• Prepare year-end engagements and tax returns for clients.
• Perform audits and prepare financial statements per standards.

Skills

Audit tasks

Year-end engagements preparation

Client communication

Digital tools adoption

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

CPA designation

Job description

Overview

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 with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Red Deer office is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Assurance & Accounting team and own the following responsibilities :

• Effectively and efficiently handle audit tasks independently or within a team environment
• Efficiently prepare year-end engagements and tax returns for your clients in a variety of industries
• Perform audits on a variety of organizations, prepare working papers and financial statements per regulatory standards
• Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions
• Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis
• Engage in training staff and invest in the professional development of your team

Success for your role

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects 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 have completed your CPA designation or are in the process of completion.
• You have 2-3 years of audit experience in the public accounting industry.
• You enjoy working with high growth and dynamic private and publicly-listed enterprises.
• You are keen to develop further knowledge about the business, assurance and regulatory requirements of publicly-listed entities and private businesses.
• You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work.
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.