Senior Accountant, Taxation - Permanent - 17194

LRO Staffing; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious public accounting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Accountant with a specialization in Taxation. The successful candidate will have a CPA or be in the final stages and will play a pivotal role in preparing tax returns and enhancing tax strategies within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in tax-related role within public accounting.
• Comprehensive understanding of taxation, including income tax returns and compliance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and analyzing financial statements for tax related matters.
• Completing intricate corporate and personal income tax returns.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior tax professionals.

Skills

Tax Planning

Financial Analysis

Client Communication

Education

CPA or in the final stages

Job description

Our client, who is a prestigious public accounting firm centrally located in Ottawa, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. You will have the opportunity to advance your career with a specialty in Taxation.

Duties include but are not limited to :

• Preparing and analyzing financial statements and disclosures for tax-related matters
• Collaborating on tax planning and compliance strategies for various engagements
• Compiling comprehensive working paper files to support personal and corporate income tax returns
• Completing intricate corporate and personal income tax returns
• Offering prompt responses to client inquiries within the context of tax engagements
• Independently and efficiently executing taxation-related tasks
• Contributing innovative ideas to enhance work efficiency
• Working closely with engagement teams, providing updates on project progress
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior tax professionals
• Active participation in internal committees to drive firm-wide initiatives

About You

The successful candidate will have the following :

• CPA or in the final stages
• At least one year of experience in a tax related role within public accounting
• Comprehensive understanding of diverse facets of taxation, encompassing income tax returns, tax planning, and compliance strategies
• Passion and enthusiasm for the intricacies of tax consulting and a perpetual learning atmosphere