Senior Associate, Audit and Accounting

Ignite Talent Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Accounting firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Associate, Audit and Accounting. The role involves planning and executing audit engagements, preparing tax returns, and maintaining knowledge of Canadian accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience and be working towards a CPA designation. This position offers a generous compensation and benefits package along with career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Generous compensation package

Flexible and vacation days

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant public accounting or consulting experience.
• Solid knowledge of accounting software including Caseware/Caseview and Tax Prep.
• Strong understanding of business, accounting, management, and practice development principles.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and execution of fieldwork for audit and review engagements.
• Prepare/review corporate tax returns and maintain knowledge of Canadian accounting standards.
• Lead planning meetings and customize client correspondence.

Skills

Public accounting or consulting experience

Knowledge of accounting software (Caseware/Caseview, Tax Prep, MS Excel)

Ability to work under pressure

Strong teamwork skills

Proactive work attitude

Education

Working towards CPA designation

Job description

Senior Associate, Audit and Accounting

Overview

Our client is a leading Accounting, Tax and Advisory firm with a strong regional and global reach. They are currently in search of a highly experienced Senior Associate to provide technical support on audit and review engagements and various other client service engagements.

Your new role

In this role you will be responsible for the planning and execution of fieldwork for audit and review engagements, including:

• Completion of all planning documents, and the scheduling and leadership of the planning meeting.
• In conjunction with the manager/partner, devise appropriate engagement program, including risk analysis, the calculation of materiality and appropriate procedures.
• Customization of client correspondence where appropriate, including management representation letter, legal letters etc.
• Obtain/maintain a strong understanding of clients’ business and respond promptly to and be proactive to anticipate client needs.
• Prepare/review corporate tax returns and related checklists. Recognize additional tax filings as required.
• Maintain knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and updates.

What you will need to succeed

To be considered for this position, you must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant public accounting or consulting experience. Working towards a CPA designation. Solid knowledge of accounting software including Caseware/Caseview; Tax Prep, MS Excel. You can work well under pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines. You will also have strong teamwork skills, trustworthy, accountable, proactive and a positive work attitude. In addition, you must have a strong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles and proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills.

What you will get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual that is looking to grow their career. The role offers a very generous compensation and benefits package. Generous allowance of flex and vacation days. RRSP matching program after completing probation and tremendous career growth opportunities.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now', or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.