Senior Audit Associate

3 Step Recruitment, Inc.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable accounting firm as a Senior Audit Associate, where you will leverage your CPA expertise to provide a wide range of services to small and mid-sized businesses. This role offers the opportunity to conduct audits, manage tax matters, and deliver exceptional client service. With a supportive team environment and a focus on professional growth, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with Canadian Auditing Standards and Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises. If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding position that values your skills and contributions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation annually

Benefits after 3 months

Overtime pay after 35 hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of audit experience with small to mid-sized businesses.
• Mandatory CPA designation and strong analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, reviews, and tax engagements for diverse clients.
• Deliver comprehensive accounting services to owner-managed businesses.

Skills

CPA designation

Audit and review engagements

Tax preparation

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Familiarity with ASPE

Knowledge of CAS

Experience with Caseware

Experience with TaxPrep

Education

University degree in Accounting

College diploma in Accounting

Tools

Caseware

TaxPrep

Job description

Senior Audit Associate

Our client, a very reputable accounting firm serving individuals and businesses throughout Barrie and Simcoe County, is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join their growing team of professionals.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work as needed.
Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 annually (Overtime paid after 35 hours per week).
Benefits: Available after 3 months of employment.
Vacation: 3 weeks annually.

Job Description
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned CPA, responsible for delivering a comprehensive range of services to a diverse portfolio of owner-managed, small to mid-sized businesses. This role will involve performing audit, review, and notice-to-reader engagements, as well as handling both personal and corporate tax matters, bookkeeping, and additional accounting services.

Qualifications

1. University degree or college diploma in Accounting, or a related field.
2. CPA designation mandatory.
3. 5+ years of experience in conducting audit, review, and notice-to-reader engagements, as well as handling personal and corporate tax work, bookkeeping, and additional accounting services.
4. Familiarity with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
5. Understanding of Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNFPO).
6. Knowledge of Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS).
7. Prior experience working with owner-managed, small to mid-sized businesses, and not-for-profits.
8. Strong knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep.
9. Experience in the preparation of corporate and personal tax returns.
10. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, coupled with strong quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities.
11. Open/flexible to take on junior roles in larger engagements when required.